Glenlivet 11 Year Old 2001 (cask 9638) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlivet 11 Year Old 2001 (cask 9638) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
The Glenlivet
£56
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Glenlivet 11 Year Old 2001 (cask 9638) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £56.45 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlivet 11 Year Old 2001 (cask 9638) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Glenlivet 11 Year Old 2001 (cask 9638) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
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 £56.
For beginners: Glenlivet 11 Year Old 2001 (cask 9638) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Glenlivet 11 Year Old 2001 (cask 9638) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£56.45 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 Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 11 Year Old 2001 (cask 9638) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) 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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