Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie vs Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie
Inchgower
★ 4.00
£68
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£72
| Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie | Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Deanston |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.8% | 53.4% |
| Age | 13 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £67.95 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie is better value at £68 vs £72.
For beginners: Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie
Pros
- +More affordable (£67.95 vs £71.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £67.95)
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie 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 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
Both taste of
Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie
Only Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 354554) - James Eadie
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange