Teaninich 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 703177B) - Family Series (The Single Cask) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Teaninich 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 703177B) - Family Series (The Single Cask)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryTeaninichAnnandale
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV57.8%46%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£54.14£46.95
Rating5.00/5

Teaninich 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 703177B) - Family Series (The Single Cask)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Teaninich 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 703177B) - Family Series (The Single Cask)

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 £54.

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

Teaninich 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 703177B) - Family Series (The Single Cask)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£54.14 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Teaninich?

Teaninich 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 703177B) - Family Series (The Single Cask) 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.

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

HoneyVanilla

Only Teaninich 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 703177B) - Family Series (The Single Cask)

SherriedDried Fruit

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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