The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Epicurean Rivesaltes FinishStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryThe EpicureanAnnandale
RegionLowlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV48%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.83£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish is better value at £39 vs £47.

For beginners: The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.83 vs £46.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£46.95 vs £38.83)

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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

Only The Epicurean Rivesaltes Finish

SherriedChocolateNuttyCitric

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoneyVanilla

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