Glen Grant 17 Year Old 1995 (cask 2036) - The Maltman vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glen Grant 17 Year Old 1995 (cask 2036) - The MaltmanStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryGlen GrantAnnandale
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age17 yrNAS
Price£64.95£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Grant 17 Year Old 1995 (cask 2036) - The Maltman

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glen Grant 17 Year Old 1995 (cask 2036) - The Maltman

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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).

Glen Grant 17 Year Old 1995 (cask 2036) - The Maltman

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.95 vs £46.95)
  • 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Grant 17 Year Old 1995 (cask 2036) - The Maltman suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanilla

Only Glen Grant 17 Year Old 1995 (cask 2036) - The Maltman

Malt ExtractNuttyToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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