Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Stroll & Saunter 13 Year Old - Wemyss Malts (Ardmore)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Stroll & Saunter 13 Year Old - Wemyss Malts (Ardmore)
DistilleryScallywagArdmore
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£56.25£80.98
Rating5.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Stroll & Saunter 13 Year Old - Wemyss Malts (Ardmore)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Stroll & Saunter 13 Year Old - Wemyss Malts (Ardmore)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £81.

For beginners: Stroll & Saunter 13 Year Old - Wemyss Malts (Ardmore) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £80.98)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Stroll & Saunter 13 Year Old - Wemyss Malts (Ardmore)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£80.98 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 Stroll?

Stroll & Saunter 13 Year Old - Wemyss Malts (Ardmore) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Stroll & Saunter 13 Year Old - Wemyss Malts (Ardmore)

SmokeyHoneyVanillaOld WoodMalt Extract

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