Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Benrinnes
£60
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Annandale |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £59.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
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 £60.
For beginners: Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.95 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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Only Benrinnes 2009 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Cask / The Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky