Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Strathmill 12 Year Old / Flora & Fauna Speyside Whisky

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyStrathmill 12 Year Old / Flora & Fauna Speyside Whisky
DistilleryAnnandaleStrathmill
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV46%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£46.95£62.25
Rating5.00/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Strathmill 12 Year Old / Flora & Fauna Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathmill 12 Year Old / Flora & Fauna Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

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

For beginners: Strathmill 12 Year Old / Flora & Fauna Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 & Fauna Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.25 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 & Fauna Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitHoney

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokeyVanilla

Only Strathmill 12 Year Old / Flora & Fauna Speyside Whisky

Malt ExtractNew Wood

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