Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryTamnavulinAnnandale
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.2%46%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£72.95£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

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 £73.

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

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£72.95 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 Tamnavulin?

Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) 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

Fresh FruitHoney

Only Tamnavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 5849) - Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)

Malt ExtractYeasty

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokeyVanilla

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