Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£77
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £76.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £77.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.95 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) 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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