Dornoch 4 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dornoch 4 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£95
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Dornoch 4 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.5% | 52.7% |
| Age | 4 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £94.95 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dornoch 4 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Dornoch 4 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £95.
For beginners: Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Dornoch 4 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£94.95 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 £94.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 4 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
Who should buy Dornoch?
Dornoch 4 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.) 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
Only Dornoch 4 Year Old 2018 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured