Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2024 Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48%

Port wine and dark chocolate is a classic pairing — Douglas Laing tries the same combination in liquid form with this year's Scallywag release.

Expert's Description

Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2024 is a Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky from Douglas Laing, finished in port wine casks and bottled at 48%.

Unlike the 2023 edition, matured fully in sherry, the 2024 edition is finished in port casks, giving the whisky a fruitier, more wine-driven character, still limited to 4,200 bottles.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Brown sugar and dark berries mingle with dried figs and a warm spice note.

Palate

Round and sweet with port-driven fruit, vanilla and a hint of ginger.

Finish

Medium length with lingering berry sweetness and a slightly dry, wine-like close.

Specifications

Name: The Chocolate Edition 2024
Bottler: Douglas Laing
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Port wine casks
Non-chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes
Number of Bottles: 4,200 bottles
Edition: The Chocolate Edition 2024
EAN No.: 5014218830033

Flavour Profile

Port-finished · Fruity · Sweet · Spiced

Did You Know?

The 2024 edition is the first Chocolate Edition where Douglas Laing uses port casks instead of sherry for the finishing stage — a deliberate shift in the range's profile.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scallywag The Chocolate Edition 2024 Douglas Laing Speyside Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48%

What is the difference between the 2023 and 2024 Chocolate Edition?

The 2023 edition is fully sherry-matured, while the 2024 edition is finished in port casks, giving it a fruitier, wine-driven profile.

Does the whisky pair well with dessert?

Yes, it is recommended with dark chocolate, where the port and cocoa notes work well together.

Is the 2024 edition worth collecting?

As a shift in the range's cask profile, it is of interest to collectors following the development of Scallywag's annual releases.

Is the whisky naturally coloured?

Yes, it is neither chill filtered nor artificially coloured.

Can this whisky be served with ice?

It works best without ice, so the port and spice notes are not dulled.

What does 'finished' mean in whisky terms?

It means the whisky, after its main maturation, is moved to a different cask for a shorter period to add extra flavour nuances — here, port casks.