Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
DistilleryScallywagThompson Bros.
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%46%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£56.25£42.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £43 vs £56.

For beginners: TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.25 vs £42.95)

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£42.95 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 TB/BSW?

TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedCooked Fruit

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateDried Fruit

Only TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

NuttyHoneyTobacco

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