Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured vs The Glenturret Peated Edition

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

Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask MaturedThe Glenturret Peated Edition
DistilleryDeanstonGlenturret
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.7%43%
Age9 yr10 yr
Price£49.96£45.94
Rating5.00/54.60/5

Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

The Glenturret Peated Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Glenturret Peated Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).

The Glenturret Peated Edition is better value at £46 vs £50.

For beginners: The Glenturret Peated Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured

Pros

  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.96 vs £45.94)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Glenturret Peated Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£45.94 vs £49.96)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy The?

The Glenturret Peated Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured

Cooked FruitFresh FruitVanillaSherried

Only The Glenturret Peated Edition

SmokeyNuttyCitricToastedMalt Extract

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