Deanston 14 Year Old Organic vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Deanston 14 Year Old OrganicStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryDeanstonAnnandale
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46.3%46%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£59.74£46.95
Rating4.25/55.00/5

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value71/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).

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

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

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.74 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Deanston?

Deanston 14 Year Old Organic suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

VanillaFresh FruitHoney

Only Deanston 14 Year Old Organic

ToastedMalt Extract

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

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