The Deveron 18 Year Old vs Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The Deveron 18 Year OldTeeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt
DistilleryThe DeveronTeeling
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£62.94£49.95
Rating5.00/54.00/5

The Deveron 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value79/100

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner50/100
Value80/100

The Deveron 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Deveron 18 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt is better value at £50 vs £63.

For beginners: The Deveron 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Deveron 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.94 vs £49.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£49.95 vs £62.94)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The Deveron 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only The Deveron 18 Year Old

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Teeling Blackpitts Peated Single Malt

SmokeyMedicinalCooked VegetableOily

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