Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy SipperStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryMackmyraAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountrySwedenScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV49.5%46%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£64.95£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper

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 £65.

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

Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.95 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 Mackmyra?

Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper 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

VanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

Only Mackmyra 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 17279) - The Easy Sipper

New WoodToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

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