Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 vs William Larue Weller Special Reserve

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

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023William Larue Weller Special Reserve
DistilleryScallywagWilliam Larue Weller
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBourbon
ABV48%45%
AgeNASNAS
Price£56.25£43.5
Rating5.00/54.75/5

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

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

William Larue Weller Special Reserve

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

William Larue Weller Special Reserve

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).

William Larue Weller Special Reserve is better value at £44 vs £56.

For beginners: William Larue Weller Special Reserve is more approachable (65/100 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 £43.5)

William Larue Weller Special Reserve

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£43.5 vs £56.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 William?

William Larue Weller Special Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Only Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2023

ChocolateSherriedCooked FruitDried Fruit

Only William Larue Weller Special Reserve

VanillaHoneyNuttyToastedFresh Fruit

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