RyeLaw Vintage 2018 (bottled 2025) vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
RyeLaw Vintage 2018 (bottled 2025)
InchDairnie
£82
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| RyeLaw Vintage 2018 (bottled 2025) | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | InchDairnie | Scallywag |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £81.5 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
RyeLaw Vintage 2018 (bottled 2025)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
RyeLaw Vintage 2018 (bottled 2025)
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 £82.
For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
RyeLaw Vintage 2018 (bottled 2025)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£81.5 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 £81.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy RyeLaw?
RyeLaw Vintage 2018 (bottled 2025) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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 RyeLaw Vintage 2018 (bottled 2025)
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023