Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Benrinnes
£36
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.13 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £36 vs £47.
For beginners: Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.13 vs £46.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £36.13)
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky