Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyDalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
DistilleryAnnandaleDalwhinnie
RegionLowlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%43%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£46.95£54.83
Rating5.00/53.80/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner75/100
Value69/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.80).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £55.

For beginners: Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition 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

Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.83 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.8 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 Dalwhinnie?

Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyVanilla

Only Dalwhinnie 1995 (bottled 2011) Oloroso Cask Finish - Distillers Edition

SherriedCooked FruitToasted

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