Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured vs Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Deanston
★ 5.00
£73
Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Glenturret
£73
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured | Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Glenturret |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.7% | 54.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £72.9 | £72.57 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £73 vs £73.
For beginners: Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£72.9 vs £72.57)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£72.57 vs £72.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −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 Ruadh?
Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Deanston 12 Year Old 2008 Oloroso Cask Matured
Only Ruadh Maor 11 Year Old 2012 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)