Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot StillStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryPowersAnnandale
RegionLowland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle Pot StillBlended
ABV46%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£63.15£46.95
Rating4.83/55.00/5

Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner65/100
Value77/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.83).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £63.

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

Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£63.15 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.8 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 Powers?

Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still 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

Vanilla

Only Powers John's Lane Release 12 Year Old Single Pot Still

SherriedToastedDried Fruit

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoney

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