Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs The English Distillery 2012 Smokey Virgin / 9 Year Old Single Whisky

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyThe English Distillery 2012 Smokey Virgin / 9 Year Old Single Whisky
DistilleryAnnandaleThe English Distillery
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV46%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£46.95£67.5
Rating5.00/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The English Distillery 2012 Smokey Virgin / 9 Year Old Single Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The English Distillery 2012 Smokey Virgin / 9 Year Old Single 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 £68.

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

The English Distillery 2012 Smokey Virgin / 9 Year Old Single Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.5 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 The?

The English Distillery 2012 Smokey Virgin / 9 Year Old Single 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

Smokey

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

Only The English Distillery 2012 Smokey Virgin / 9 Year Old Single Whisky

Dried FruitNew Wood

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