Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Tobermory
£102
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Deanston |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.4% | 52.7% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £101.5 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is better value at £73 vs £102.
For beginners: Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£101.5 vs £72.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£72.9 vs £101.5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish 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 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 Tobermory 11 Year Old 2007 Sherry Butt Finish
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured