Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022 vs Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022
Belles Lies
£53

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
| Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022 | Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Belles Lies | Scallywag |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £52.5 | £56.25 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022 is better value at £53 vs £56.
For beginners: Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£52.5 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 £52.5)
Who should buy Santenay?
Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022 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 Santenay Maison en Belles Lies 2022
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023