Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured vs Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73

Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff
Foursquare
£107
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Foursquare |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 52.7% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £72.9 | £107 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff
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 £107.
For beginners: Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£72.9 vs £107)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£107 vs £72.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Foursquare?
Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Only Foursquare 2007 / 15 Year Old / Golden Cask Rum / House of Macduff