Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Brackla
£61
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Annandale
★ 5.00
£47
| Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brackla | Annandale |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.8% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £61.38 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
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 £61.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£61.38 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 12 Year Old 2012 (cask 494/2012) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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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