Ardmore 17 Year Old 2000 (cask CM242) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2000 (cask CM242) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Ardmore
£105
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Ardmore 17 Year Old 2000 (cask CM242) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Deanston |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 52.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £104.57 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2000 (cask CM242) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2000 (cask CM242) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
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 £105.
For beginners: Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2000 (cask CM242) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£104.57 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 £104.57)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 17 Year Old 2000 (cask CM242) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) 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 Ardmore 17 Year Old 2000 (cask CM242) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured