Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyKyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3
DistilleryAnnandaleKyrö Distillery Company
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandFinland
TypeBlendedRye
ABV46%52%
AgeNAS4 yr
Price£46.95£55.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner50/100
Value90/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £56.

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

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

Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£55.5 vs £46.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Kyrö?

Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoney

Only Kyrö 4 Year Old 2018 - The Heart Cut #3

New WoodToastedCooked FruitHusky

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