Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£61
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £60.84 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £61.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£60.84 vs £46.95)
- −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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 9 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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
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