Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) vs The Deveron 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Allt-á-Bhainne
£101
The Deveron 18 Year Old
The Deveron
★ 5.00
£63
| Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) | The Deveron 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Allt-á-Bhainne | The Deveron |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 40% |
| Age | 24 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £100.97 | £62.94 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Deveron 18 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Deveron 18 Year Old is better value at £63 vs £101.
For beginners: The Deveron 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£100.97 vs £62.94)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£62.94 vs £100.97)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Allt-á-Bhainne?
Allt-á-Bhainne 24 Year Old 1993 (cask 14120) - The First Editions (Hunter Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy The?
The Deveron 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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