Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory
Benrinnes
£36
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Annandale |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £35.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory is better value at £36 vs £47.
For beginners: Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.95 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −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
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £35.95)
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 800279 & 800281) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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