WV Baker 2011 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-11 / Chateau des Forges vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

WV Baker 2011 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-11 / Chateau des Forges
WV Baker
£70

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| WV Baker 2011 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-11 / Chateau des Forges | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | WV Baker | Annandale |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £69.75 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
WV Baker 2011 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-11 / Chateau des Forges
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
WV Baker 2011 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-11 / Chateau des Forges
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £70.
For beginners: WV Baker 2011 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-11 / Chateau des Forges is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
WV Baker 2011 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-11 / Chateau des Forges
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.75 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 WV?
WV Baker 2011 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-11 / Chateau des Forges 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.
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
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