Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 163418) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 163418) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThe GlenlivetAnnandale
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£53.16£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 163418) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 163418) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

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 £53.

For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 163418) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£53.16 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 Glenlivet?

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 163418) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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

Only Glenlivet 18 Year Old 1996 (cask 163418) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodChocolate

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoneyVanilla

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