Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Laizhou
£38

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laizhou | Annandale |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £37.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £47.
For beginners: Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £37.95)
Who should buy Laizhou?
Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Laizhou Finest Select Single Malt Whisky Single Malt Chinese Whiskey
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky