Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old
DistilleryScallywagTimorous Beastie
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV48%46.8%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£56.25£83.99
Rating5.00/54.64/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value55/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.64).

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is better value at £56 vs £84.

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)
  • +More affordable (£56.25 vs £83.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£83.99 vs £56.25)
  • Lower community rating (4.6 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 Timorous?

Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only Timorous Beastie 18 Year Old

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToastedOld Wood

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