Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£69
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£72
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Deanston |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 53.4% |
| Age | 20 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £69.3 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £69 vs £72.
For beginners: Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£69.3 vs £71.95)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 19 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £69.3)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
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Where to buy
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange