Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)
Glen Elgin
£64
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £63.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £64.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£63.95 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2012 - Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland (James Eadie) 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.
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
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