Filey Bay STR Finish (Batch 4) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Filey Bay STR Finish (Batch 4)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryFiley BayAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£64£46.95
Rating3.67/55.00/5

Filey Bay STR Finish (Batch 4)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value57/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Filey Bay STR Finish (Batch 4)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.67).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £64.

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

Filey Bay STR Finish (Batch 4)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£64 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.7 vs 5.0)
  • 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 Filey?

Filey Bay STR Finish (Batch 4) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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

Fresh FruitVanillaHoney

Only Filey Bay STR Finish (Batch 4)

Cooked FruitToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

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