Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Aultmore 17 Year Old 2007 Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #5 (Signatory)

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyAultmore 17 Year Old 2007 Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #5 (Signatory)
DistilleryAnnandaleAultmore
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%57.1%
AgeNAS17 yr
Price£46.95£64.76
Rating5.00/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Aultmore 17 Year Old 2007 Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #5 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aultmore 17 Year Old 2007 Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #5 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £65.

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

Aultmore 17 Year Old 2007 Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #5 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£64.76 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 Aultmore?

Aultmore 17 Year Old 2007 Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #5 (Signatory) 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

Honey

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyVanilla

Only Aultmore 17 Year Old 2007 Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #5 (Signatory)

SherriedChocolateDried FruitToasted

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