Penelope Wheated Bourbon Whiskey vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Penelope Wheated Bourbon WhiskeyScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryPenelope BourbonScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended Malt
ABV47.5%48%
Age3 yrNAS
Price£49.5£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Penelope Wheated Bourbon Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Penelope Wheated Bourbon Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Penelope Wheated Bourbon Whiskey is better value at £50 vs £56.

For beginners: Penelope Wheated Bourbon Whiskey is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Penelope Wheated Bourbon Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£49.5 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £49.5)

Who should buy Penelope?

Penelope Wheated Bourbon Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 Penelope Wheated Bourbon Whiskey

VanillaHoneyToastedCitric

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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