Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Craigellachie
★ 5.00
£73
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£50
| Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Deanston |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.1% | 58.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £72.82 | £49.96 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured is better value at £50 vs £73.
For beginners: Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.82 vs £49.96)
Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.96 vs £72.82)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine 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 Craigellachie 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 2340) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Deanston 9 Year Old 2008 - Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Matured