Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky
Thomson
£67
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Thomson |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £56.25 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky
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 £67.
For beginners: Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky 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 £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 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 Thomson?
Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Thomson 2019 / 5 Year Old / The Heart Cut 18 New Whisky