Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Craigellachie
£46
| Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Annandale | Craigellachie |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £45.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £46 vs £47.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £45.95)
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.95 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Craigellachie 7 Year Old 2008 (cask 9164) (bottled August 2016) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)