Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 EditionStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryBunnahabhainAnnandale
RegionIslayLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV55.1%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£75£46.95
Rating4.50/55.00/5

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner45/100
Value60/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £75.

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

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£75 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.5 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 Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition 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.

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

SmokeyVanilla

Only Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength - 2021 Edition

SherriedOld WoodOily

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitHoney

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