Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Dufftown 13 Year Old 1999 (cask 9659) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47

Dufftown 13 Year Old 1999 (cask 9659) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Dufftown
£49
| Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | Dufftown 13 Year Old 1999 (cask 9659) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Annandale | Dufftown |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £46.95 | £48.97 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Dufftown 13 Year Old 1999 (cask 9659) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Dufftown 13 Year Old 1999 (cask 9659) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £49.
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
Dufftown 13 Year Old 1999 (cask 9659) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.97 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Dufftown?
Dufftown 13 Year Old 1999 (cask 9659) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Dufftown 13 Year Old 1999 (cask 9659) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)