Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky
Isle of Raasay
£60
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Isle of Raasay | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky is better value at £60 vs £73.
For beginners: Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £72.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.9 vs £59.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Isle?
Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso 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 Isle of Raasay Single Malt R-02 / First Release Island Whisky
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured