Scallywag 13 Year Old vs Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Scallywag 13 Year OldStoryman Blended Scotch Whisky
DistilleryScallywagAnnandale
RegionSpeysideLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV46%46%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£73.63£46.95
Rating4.77/55.00/5

Scallywag 13 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner65/100
Value65/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Scallywag 13 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.77).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £74.

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

Scallywag 13 Year Old

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£73.63 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 Scallywag?

Scallywag 13 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

Only Scallywag 13 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitNuttyChocolate

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoneyVanilla

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