Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
£53
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
| Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Deanston |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.7% |
| Age | 19 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £52.85 | £72.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
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).
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £53 vs £73.
For beginners: Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£52.85 vs £72.9)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.9 vs £52.85)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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
Both taste of
Only Clynelish 19 Year Old 1996 (casks 6401 & 6402) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured