Slipknot No.9 Whiskey vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Slipknot No.9 WhiskeyStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistillerySlipknotAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV45%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£62.69£46.95
Rating4.85/55.00/5

Slipknot No.9 Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner65/100
Value77/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness72/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Slipknot No.9 Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.85).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £63.

For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Slipknot No.9 Whiskey

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.69 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Slipknot?

Slipknot No.9 Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Who should buy Storyman?

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Slipknot No.9 Whiskey

ToastedCooked MashChocolate

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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