Poit Dhubh 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Poit Dhubh 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch WhiskyScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistilleryPoit DhubhScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£56.25
Rating5.00/5

Poit Dhubh 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Poit Dhubh 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £56.

For beginners: Poit Dhubh 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Poit Dhubh 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +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

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Poit?

Poit Dhubh 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Poit Dhubh 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyFresh FruitCitricToasted

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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