The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryWalshAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£55.95£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value89/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £56.

For beginners: The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

The Irishman 12 Year Old (2016 Release)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£55.95 vs £46.95)
  • 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 (2016 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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 (2016 Release)

Malt Extract

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

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