Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) vs Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£96
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£72
| Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) | Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Deanston |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.4% |
| Age | 19 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £96.24 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £72 vs £96.
For beginners: Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£96.24 vs £71.95)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £96.24)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L) 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 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Where to buy
Craigellachie 19 Year Old (1L)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange