Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£65
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Annandale |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £64.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £65.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.95 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 Alness?
Alness Blend 12 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) 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
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