Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured vs Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Bunnahabhain
£58
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 56% |
| Age | 12 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £72.9 | £57.59 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Quick verdict
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £58 vs £73.
For beginners: Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.9 vs £57.59)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£57.59 vs £72.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Staoisha?
Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits) 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 Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Only Staoisha 7 Year Old 2013 (cask 10444) Rebels - The Guerilla Casks (Brave New Spirits)