Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Deanston
★ 2.00
£98
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.7% | 48% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £97.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £98.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£97.95 vs £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £97.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Deanston 18 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish