The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) vs Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
£40
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£50
| The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) | Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 58.7% |
| Age | 8 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £49.96 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £49.96)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.96 vs £39.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt) 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 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine 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 The Burns Night Blend 8 Year Old Special Release (Master of Malt)
Only Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured