Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryAuchroiskAnnandale
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV44%46%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£73.95£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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 £74.

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

Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£73.95 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 Auchroisk?

Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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

Only Auchroisk 23 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SherriedLeatheryTobaccoOld WoodNutty

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoneyVanilla

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