Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£70
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Annandale |
| Region | Campbeltown | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54.9% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.95 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £70.
For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £46.95)
- −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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask 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
Only Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky