Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt
DistilleryScallywagTeeling
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£49.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value80/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt is better value at £50 vs £56.

For beginners: Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

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 £49.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£49.95 vs £56.25)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Teeling?

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt 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

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

SmokeyMedicinalToastedCooked VegetableOily

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