Storyman
Our Malt Of The Month is Annandale Distillery's Storyman
This month, we’re discovering a whisky with a story to tell: Storyman Whisky from Annandale Distillery. Created in collaboration with acclaimed Scottish actor and storyteller James Cosmo, Storyman is a celebration of great conversation, shared moments and the enjoyment of a well-crafted dram. Produced in small batches at Annandale Distillery, the whisky is a carefully selected blend that showcases the character and craftsmanship behind this innovative Lowland distillery.
Personally selected by James Cosmo, Storyman brings together Annandale’s award-winning single malt with other carefully chosen whiskies to create a smooth, rounded and approachable expression. With notes of creamy toffee, caramel, vanilla, fruit, spice and a gentle hint of peat smoke, it’s a whisky designed to be enjoyed slowly and shared with others.
The story behind Storyman is just as fascinating as the whisky itself. James Cosmo’s passion for whisky and storytelling led to a collaboration with Annandale Distillery, resulting in a dram that reflects his own love of craftsmanship, character and connection.
To learn more about the inspiration behind Storyman, listen to our podcast episode featuring James Cosmo and the team at Annandale Distillery. In the episode, James shares the journey behind creating his own whisky, while we discover more about the distillery and the blending process that brought Storyman to life.

Storyman
Tasting Notes:
- Appearance: Golden hue
- Aroma: Toffee, creamy caramel, cooked apple, fruity background, steeped raisins
- Palate: Fruity flavour, slightly spiced
- Finish: Nutty with sweet aftertaste.
The whisky is priced at £45 and is available at Annandale Distillery's online shop.
Find out more about Annandale Distillery at its dedicated listing.