Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured vs Longrow 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
Longrow 18 Year Old
Springbank
★ 4.44
£115
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | Longrow 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Springbank |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £72.9 | £115 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.44/5 |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Longrow 18 Year Old
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Longrow 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.44).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is better value at £73 vs £115.
For beginners: Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is more approachable (50/100 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 £115)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Longrow 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£115 vs £72.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 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 Longrow?
Longrow 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
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