Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Auchroisk
★ 5.00
£66
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchroisk | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.2% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £65.68 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £66.
For beginners: Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£65.68 vs £46.95)
- −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 Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
Only Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
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