Auld Reekie 10 Year Old vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Auld Reekie 10 Year OldStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryDuncan TaylorAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age10 yrNAS
Price£53.99£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Auld Reekie 10 Year Old

Smoke65/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value93/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Auld Reekie 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £54.

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

Auld Reekie 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£53.99 vs £46.95)

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 Auld?

Auld Reekie 10 Year Old 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

Smokey

Only Auld Reekie 10 Year Old

ToastedLeatheryOilyKippery

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

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