Clynelish 14 Year Old 2004 (casks 800229 & 800233) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 14 Year Old 2004 (casks 800229 & 800233) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Clynelish
£76

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Clynelish 14 Year Old 2004 (casks 800229 & 800233) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £75.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 14 Year Old 2004 (casks 800229 & 800233) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Clynelish 14 Year Old 2004 (casks 800229 & 800233) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
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 £76.
For beginners: Clynelish 14 Year Old 2004 (casks 800229 & 800233) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 14 Year Old 2004 (casks 800229 & 800233) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£75.95 vs £46.95)
- −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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 14 Year Old 2004 (casks 800229 & 800233) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) 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
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