Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory)
Linkwood
£44
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.11 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £47.
For beginners: Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£44.11 vs £46.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £44.11)
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory) 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 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
Only Linkwood 20 Year Old 1995 (casks 5927 & 5934) (Signatory)
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky