Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£53
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Mortlach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £72.9 | £52.85 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £53 vs £73.
For beginners: Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Pros
- +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)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£52.85 vs £72.9)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 186) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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