Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Mortlach
£67
| Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Annandale | Mortlach |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.6% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £66.74 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £67.
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
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.74 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 9 Year Old 2002 - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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
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