Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£75
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54.9% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £74.81 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
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 £75.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£74.81 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Braes?
Braes of Glenlivet 23 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland 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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