Aberlour 2000 (bottled 2015) (cask 15050) - 46 Range (Malts of Scotland) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Aberlour 2000 (bottled 2015) (cask 15050) - 46 Range (Malts of Scotland)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryAberlourAnnandale
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£67.5£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Aberlour 2000 (bottled 2015) (cask 15050) - 46 Range (Malts of Scotland)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Aberlour 2000 (bottled 2015) (cask 15050) - 46 Range (Malts of Scotland)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £68.

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

Aberlour 2000 (bottled 2015) (cask 15050) - 46 Range (Malts of Scotland)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.5 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 Aberlour?

Aberlour 2000 (bottled 2015) (cask 15050) - 46 Range (Malts of Scotland) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

VanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

Only Aberlour 2000 (bottled 2015) (cask 15050) - 46 Range (Malts of Scotland)

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

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