Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Ardnamurchan
£120
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardnamurchan | Deanston |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 63.2% | 52.7% |
| Age | 9 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £120 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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 £120.
For beginners: Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (63.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 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 £120)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
Who should buy Ardnamurchan?
Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 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
Both taste of
Only Ardnamurchan 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 149.16) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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