Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Reservoir Hunter & Scott BourbonStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryReservoir DistilleryAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV45%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£59.99£46.95
Rating2.21/55.00/5

Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value37/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.21).

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

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

Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.99 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (2.2 vs 5.0)
  • 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 Reservoir?

Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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

Vanilla

Only Reservoir Hunter & Scott Bourbon

New WoodCooked Mash

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoney

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