Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish Whiskey vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish WhiskeyScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryMourne Dew DistilleryScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV43%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£41.26£56.25
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value89/100

Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish Whiskey is better value at £41 vs £56.

For beginners: Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish Whiskey is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£41.26 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £41.26)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Mourne?

Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Scallywag?

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Mourne Dew Single Malt Irish Whiskey

SmokeyMalt ExtractHoneyToastedVanilla

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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