Edradour Caledonia 12 Year Old vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Edradour Caledonia 12 Year OldStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryEdradourAnnandale
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£54.9£46.95
Rating4.56/55.00/5

Edradour Caledonia 12 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value83/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Edradour Caledonia 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.56).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £55.

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

Edradour Caledonia 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.9 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.6 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 Edradour?

Edradour Caledonia 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

Honey

Only Edradour Caledonia 12 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitChocolateNutty

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyVanilla

Explore more