Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Deanston
£43
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Edradour
★ 5.00
£60
| Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Edradour |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £43.34 | £59.84 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £43 vs £60.
For beginners: Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£43.34 vs £59.84)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.84 vs £43.34)
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - 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 Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Deanston 16 Year Old 1997 (cask 1347) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Only Edradour 10 Year Old 2012 (cask 153) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)