Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)
DistilleryScallywagWalsh
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£56.25£55.43
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value72/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) is better value at £55 vs £56.

For beginners: The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

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 £55.43)

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£55.43 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 The?

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) 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 The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToastedFresh Fruit

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