North British 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 10996) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

North British 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 10996) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryNorth BritishAnnandale
RegionLowlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended
ABV48.1%46%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£53.98£46.95
Rating5.00/5

North British 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 10996) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

North British 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 10996) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £54.

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

North British 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 10996) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£53.98 vs £46.95)
  • 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy North?

North British 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 10996) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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

VanillaHoney

Only North British 21 Year Old 1994 (cask 10996) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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