Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15418) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15418) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Aultmore
£62
| Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15418) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Annandale | Aultmore |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £61.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15418) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15418) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £62.
For beginners: Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15418) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
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
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15418) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£61.95 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 15418) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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