Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Sagamore Spirit Signature RyeScallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
DistillerySagamore SpiritScallywag
RegionSpeyside
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV41.5%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£54.95£56.25
Rating4.75/55.00/5

Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner75/100
Value86/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).

Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye is better value at £55 vs £56.

For beginners: Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £54.95)

Who should buy Sagamore?

Sagamore Spirit Signature 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 Sagamore Spirit Signature Rye

HoneyToastedFresh FruitVanillaNutty

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

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