Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Fettercairn
£40
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 7 yr | NAS |
| Price | £39.96 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is better value at £40 vs £47.
For beginners: Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.96 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £39.96)
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Fettercairn 7 Year Old 2008 (outturn: 85 bottles) - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky