Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Deanston
£41
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
| Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Glenturret |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 15 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £40.56 | £48.42 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £41 vs £48.
For beginners: Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£40.56 vs £48.42)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.42 vs £40.56)
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy The?
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) 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
Both taste of
Only Deanston 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 1343) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Only The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)