The Deveron 18 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 11 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Islay Whisky

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

The Deveron 18 Year OldBunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 11 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Islay Whisky
DistilleryThe DeveronBunnahabhain
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£62.94£103
Rating5.00/5

The Deveron 18 Year Old

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

Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 11 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Islay Whisky

Smoke67/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The Deveron 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 11 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Islay Whisky

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Quick verdict

The Deveron 18 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Deveron 18 Year Old is better value at £63 vs £103.

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
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£62.94 vs £103)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 11 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£103 vs £62.94)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 11 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only The Deveron 18 Year Old

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2013 / 11 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Single Cask Nation Islay Whisky

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyVegetative

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