Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Clynelish
£44
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.45 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £44 vs £47.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.45 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £44.45)
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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 Clynelish 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 12373+12374) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky