Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£56
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Tobermory
★ 4.75
£42
| Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 | Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Scallywag | Tobermory |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £56.25 | £41.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £42 vs £56.
For beginners: Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.25 vs £41.95)
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£41.95 vs £56.25)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023
Only Tobermory 9 Year Old 2009 (bottled 2018) - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)