New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993 vs The Deveron 18 Year Old

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

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993The Deveron 18 Year Old
DistilleryThe New Zealand Whisky CompanyThe Deveron
Region
CountryNew ZealandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.9%40%
AgeNAS18 yr
Price£102£62.94
Rating5.00/5

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Deveron 18 Year Old

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

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Deveron 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Deveron 18 Year Old is better value at £63 vs £102.

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

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£102 vs £62.94)
  • 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)
  • +More affordable (£62.94 vs £102)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy New?

New Zealand 18 Year Old 1993 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

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only The Deveron 18 Year Old

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