Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryMortlachAnnandale
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV57.6%46%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£65.95£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (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 £66.

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

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.95 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 Mortlach?

Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.

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

Fresh FruitVanilla

Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800082 & 800083) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

New Wood

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokeyHoney

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