Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£62
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 59.9% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £61.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £62.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£61.95 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie 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.
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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Only Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2008 - James Eadie
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky