Glenrothes 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glenrothes 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryGlenrothesAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV60.4%46%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£59.95£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glenrothes 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner40/100
Value83/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glenrothes 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £60.

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

Glenrothes 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£59.95 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 Glenrothes?

Glenrothes 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

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 Glenrothes 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SherriedToastedDried Fruit

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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