Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£72
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet)
£106
| Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Braeval (AKA Braes of Glenlivet) |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.4% | 48.4% |
| Age | 19 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £71.95 | £106.16 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £72 vs £106.
For beginners: Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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)
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £106.16)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£106.16 vs £71.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Braeval?
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Braeval 18 Year Old 2001 (cask 13724) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange