Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - 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
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Vintage Malt Whisky Company
£71
| Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Annandale | The Vintage Malt Whisky Company |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £70.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £71.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£70.95 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Bunnahabhain "Sultanas & Cigar Smoke" (cask 159) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)