Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyOrkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)
DistilleryAnnandaleChorlton Whisky
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%62.9%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£46.95£64.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner40/100
Value62/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £65.

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

Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (62.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£64.95 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

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 Orkney?

Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) 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

HoneyVanilla

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

Only Orkney 12 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Malt ExtractToastedOld Wood

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