Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight vs Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£62
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Deanston
★ 2.00
£98
| Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight | Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Deanston |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 51.7% |
| Age | 8 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £61.5 | £97.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is better value at £62 vs £98.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£61.5 vs £97.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£97.95 vs £61.5)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Only Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)