Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured vs Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
£53
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Clynelish |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £72.9 | £52.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £53 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.9 vs £52.85)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£52.85 vs £72.9)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Only Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)