Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
£69
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 42% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.46 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (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 £69.
For beginners: Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.46 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Invergordon 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 12354) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky