Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt
The Kaikyo Distillery
★ 3.48
£53
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Kaikyo Distillery | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £52.5 | £72.9 |
| Rating | 3.48/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.48).
Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt is better value at £53 vs £73.
For beginners: Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt
Pros
- +More affordable (£52.5 vs £72.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.9 vs £52.5)
Who should buy Hatozaki?
Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso 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
Both taste of
Only Hatozaki Small Batch Pure Malt
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured