Old Perth Solera vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Old Perth SoleraStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryOld PerthAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV57.6%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£64.95£46.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old Perth Solera

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner40/100
Value77/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Old Perth Solera

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £65.

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

Old Perth Solera

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£64.95 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 Old?

Old Perth Solera 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

Honey

Only Old Perth Solera

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodNutty

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyVanilla

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