Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke
Timorous Beastie
£55
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 54.2% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £56.25 | £55.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke is better value at £55 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £55.22)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£55.22 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Timorous Beastie Phantom Smoke