Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2014

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyThe Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2014
DistilleryAnnandaleThe Glenlivet
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£46.95£59.99
Rating5.00/54.14/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2014

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner75/100
Value69/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2014

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.14).

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £60.

For beginners: The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2014 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

The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2014

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.99 vs £46.95)
  • Lower community rating (4.1 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 The?

The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2014 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 FruitHoney

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokeyVanilla

Only The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - Pre 2014

CitricMalt Extract

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