Bastille 1789 Single Malt vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Bastille 1789 Single MaltStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryBastille 1789Annandale
RegionLowland
CountryFranceScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£59.95£46.95
Rating4.80/55.00/5

Bastille 1789 Single Malt

Smoke64/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value80/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Bastille 1789 Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.80).

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

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

Bastille 1789 Single Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.95 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.8 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 Bastille?

Bastille 1789 Single Malt 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

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoney

Only Bastille 1789 Single Malt

Toasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Vanilla

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