Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
Adelphi
£116
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.1% | 52.7% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £116.47 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
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 £116.
For beginners: Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£116.47 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 £116.47)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Burnside?
Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) 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
Only Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured