Oban 14 Year Old vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Oban 14 Year OldStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryObanAnnandale
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
Age14 yrNAS
Price£73.9£46.95
Rating4.20/55.00/5

Oban 14 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner75/100
Value57/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Oban 14 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £74.

For beginners: Oban 14 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Oban 14 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£73.9 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.2 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 Oban?

Oban 14 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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 Oban 14 Year Old

Malt ExtractCooked FruitToasted

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyVanilla

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