Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£56

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Annandale |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 7 yr | NAS |
| Price | £55.84 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £56.
For beginners: Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£55.84 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Peatside?
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) 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.
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
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