Sutherland Blended Malt 5 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Sutherland Blended Malt 5 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThompson Bros.Annandale
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48.5%46%
Age5 yrNAS
Price£63.95£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Sutherland Blended Malt 5 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Sutherland Blended Malt 5 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

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 £64.

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

Sutherland Blended Malt 5 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£63.95 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 Sutherland?

Sutherland Blended Malt 5 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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

Honey

Only Sutherland Blended Malt 5 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)

Malt ExtractToastedOily

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyVanilla

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