Glen Grant 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glen Grant 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryGlen GrantAnnandale
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV40%46%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£66.27£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Grant 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner75/100
Value75/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glen Grant 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £66.

For beginners: Glen Grant 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glen Grant 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£66.27 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 Glen?

Glen Grant 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glen Grant 25 Year Old (Gordon and MacPhail)

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitNutty

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyVanilla

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