Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory) vs The Deveron 18 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)The Deveron 18 Year Old
DistilleryGlen OrdThe Deveron
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.1%40%
Age12 yr18 yr
Price£47.95£62.94
Rating5.00/5

Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Deveron 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value79/100

Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Deveron 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Deveron 18 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory) is better value at £48 vs £63.

For beginners: The Deveron 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£47.95 vs £62.94)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Deveron 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.94 vs £47.95)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory) 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 Deveron 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

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