Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£58
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£80
| Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Deanston |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 65% |
| Age | 10 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £57.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £58 vs £80.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.95 vs £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £57.95)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - 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.
Tasting notes
Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 507) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)