Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured vs Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Ian Macleod
£55
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | Six Isles Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Ian Macleod |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.9 | £54.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Six Isles Port Cask Finish is better value at £55 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 £54.75)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Six Isles Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£54.75 vs £72.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Six?
Six Isles Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Only Six Isles Port Cask Finish