Deanston 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 97) - Rest & Be Thankful vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Deanston 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 97) - Rest & Be Thankful
Deanston
£64

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Deanston 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 97) - Rest & Be Thankful | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £63.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 97) - Rest & Be Thankful
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Deanston 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 97) - Rest & Be Thankful
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 £64.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Deanston 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 97) - Rest & Be Thankful
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£63.95 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 Deanston?
Deanston 10 Year Old 2009 (cask 97) - Rest & Be Thankful 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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