The Deveron 18 Year Old vs New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993

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

The Deveron 18 Year OldNew Zealand 18 Year Old 1993
DistilleryThe DeveronThe New Zealand Whisky Company
Region
CountryScotlandNew Zealand
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%51.9%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£62.94£102
Rating5.00/5

The Deveron 18 Year Old

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

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Deveron 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £102.

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 £102)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£102 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 New?

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993 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

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only The Deveron 18 Year Old

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