Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask
Spring Bay Distillery
£90
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Spring Bay Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £56.25 | £89.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask
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 £90.
For beginners: Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.25 vs £89.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.99 vs £56.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Spring?
Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Spring Bay 2019 (cask 162) - Bourbon Cask