Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory)
Mortlach
£40
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Annandale |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £40.15 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £47.
For beginners: Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£40.15 vs £46.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £40.15)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Only Mortlach 14 Year Old 2002 (casks 12598 & 12599) (Signatory)
Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky