Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Blair Athol
£65
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £65.28 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £65.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£65.28 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
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