Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask vs Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
Edradour
★ 5.00
£64
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£80
| Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask | Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Deanston |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.3% | 65% |
| Age | 13 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £64.05 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask is better value at £64 vs £80.
For beginners: Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£64.05 vs £79.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
Deanston 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £64.05)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ballechin?
Ballechin 13 Year Old 2004 (cask 205) - Straight From The Cask 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 13 Year Old 2007 (cask 900147) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
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