Forest Whisky Blend Number One vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Forest Whisky Blend Number OneStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryForest DistilleryAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV47%46%
Age8 yrNAS
Price£54.5£46.95
Rating4.25/55.00/5

Forest Whisky Blend Number One

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner60/100
Value78/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Forest Whisky Blend Number One

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £55.

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

Forest Whisky Blend Number One

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.5 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.3 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 Forest?

Forest Whisky Blend Number One suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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

Honey

Only Forest Whisky Blend Number One

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyVanilla

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