Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory
Longmorn
£42
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.34 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory is better value at £42 vs £47.
For beginners: Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£42.34 vs £46.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £42.34)
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - 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 Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 72325) - Signatory
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky