Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyStrathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
DistilleryAnnandaleStrathmill
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£46.95£62
Rating5.00/54.75/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value77/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £62.

For beginners: Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

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

Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£62 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Strathmill?

Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

Only Strathmill 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Malt Extract

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