Penderyn Portwood vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Penderyn PortwoodStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryPenderynAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryWalesScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£54.5£46.95
Rating4.73/55.00/5

Penderyn Portwood

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value87/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Penderyn Portwood

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.73).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £55.

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

Penderyn Portwood

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.5 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 Penderyn?

Penderyn Portwood suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Fresh Fruit

Only Penderyn Portwood

SherriedCooked FruitChocolate

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokeyHoneyVanilla

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