Cambus 25 Year Old – Batch 5 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Cambus 25 Year Old – Batch 5 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryCambusAnnandale
RegionLowlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV50.1%46%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£69.95£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Cambus 25 Year Old – Batch 5 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner50/100
Value71/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Cambus 25 Year Old – Batch 5 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £70.

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

Cambus 25 Year Old – Batch 5 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 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 Cambus?

Cambus 25 Year Old – Batch 5 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Cambus 25 Year Old – Batch 5 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

NuttyMalt ExtractOld Wood

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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