Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Darkness! Invergordon 23 Year Old Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Hybrid Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
Darkness! Invergordon 23 Year Old Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Hybrid Cask Finish
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£77
| Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | Darkness! Invergordon 23 Year Old Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Hybrid Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Annandale | Invergordon |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 50.8% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £76.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Darkness! Invergordon 23 Year Old Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Hybrid Cask Finish
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Darkness! Invergordon 23 Year Old Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Hybrid Cask Finish
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).
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
Darkness! Invergordon 23 Year Old Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Hybrid Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.95 vs £46.95)
- −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 Darkness!?
Darkness! Invergordon 23 Year Old Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Hybrid Cask Finish 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
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Darkness! Invergordon 23 Year Old Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Hybrid Cask Finish