Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyTamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
DistilleryAnnandaleTamnavulin
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%47.5%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£46.95£64.45
Rating5.00/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

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 £64.

For beginners: Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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

Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.45 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 Tamnavulin?

Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Smokey

Only Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)

ToastedMalt Extract

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