Port Askaig 17 Year Old vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Port Askaig 17 Year Old | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Askaig | Scallywag |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 48% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £54.4 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Askaig 17 Year Old is better value at £54 vs £56.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£54.4 vs £56.25)
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 £54.4)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Askaig 17 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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 Port Askaig 17 Year Old
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023