Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Deanston
£51
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 65.2% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £51.43 | £38 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £51.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (65.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£51.43 vs £38)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£38 vs £51.43)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 12 Year Old 2009 (cask CM279) - The Golden Cask (House of Macduff) 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 The?
The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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