Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
Ben Nevis
£60
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 62.1% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £59.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
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: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (62.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Ben?
Ben Nevis 9 Year Old 2012 (cask CM295) - The Golden Cask (House of MacDuff) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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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