The Deveron 18 Year Old vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Deveron 18 Year OldStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThe DeveronAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV40%46%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£62.94£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Deveron 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value79/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Deveron 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £63.

For beginners: The Deveron 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Deveron 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.94 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 The?

The Deveron 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

HoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only The Deveron 18 Year Old

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

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