New Riff Straight Balboa Rye vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| New Riff Straight Balboa Rye | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 48% |
| Age | 4 yr | NAS |
| Price | £92.28 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £92.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£92.28 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £92.28)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy New?
New Riff Straight Balboa Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye 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 New Riff Straight Balboa Rye
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023