Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Alistair Walker
£110
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Alistair Walker | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.4% | 52.7% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £109.5 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is better value at £73 vs £110.
For beginners: Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.5 vs £72.9)
- −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 affordable (£72.9 vs £109.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 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
Both taste of
Only Undisclosed Islay 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 807405) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured