Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky vs Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

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

Storyman Blended Scotch WhiskyTobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
DistilleryAnnandaleTobermory
RegionLowlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%52.5%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£46.95£77.02
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

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

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner40/100
Value65/100

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is better value at £47 vs £77.

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

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

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

Cons

  • High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£77.02 vs £46.95)

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 Tobermory?

Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky

Fresh FruitHoneyVanilla

Only Tobermory 21 Year Old 1995 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)

LeatheryTobaccoCooked FruitOld Wood

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