Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Cragganmore
£77
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£50
| Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Deanston |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.4% | 58.7% |
| Age | 22 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £76.95 | £49.96 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured is better value at £50 vs £77.
For beginners: Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.95 vs £49.96)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.96 vs £76.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured 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
Only Cragganmore 22 Year Old 1985 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured