Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi) vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
Glenglassaugh
£101
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi) | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | Deanston |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 52.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £101.38 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
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 £101.
For beginners: Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£101.38 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 £101.38)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi) 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 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 Glenglassaugh 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 665) (Adelphi)
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured