Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022 vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryGlen ScotiaAnnandale
RegionCampbeltownLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV53.3%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£78£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner50/100
Value64/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £78.

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

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£78 vs £46.95)
  • 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 Glen?

Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022 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.

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

VanillaHoney

Only Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Seasonal Release 2022

SherriedToastedMalt Extract

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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