Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£72
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £71.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
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 £72.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 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 Braeval?
Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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
Only Braeval 13 Year Old 2009 - North Star Spirits
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky