The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryWalshAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£55.43£46.95
Rating4.00/55.00/5

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value72/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £55.

For beginners: The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£55.43 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 The?

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

VanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

Only The Irishman 12 Year Old (2014 Release)

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

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