Caol Ila 18 Year Old vs Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 18 Year Old
Caol Ila
★ 4.72
£99
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£72
| Caol Ila 18 Year Old | Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Deanston |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 53.4% |
| Age | 18 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £98.94 | £71.95 |
| Rating | 4.72/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 18 Year Old
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old
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 4.72).
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £72 vs £99.
For beginners: Caol Ila 18 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£98.94 vs £71.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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)
- +More affordable (£71.95 vs £98.94)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 18 Year Old
Only Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 18 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Deanston 19 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange