Deanston

Deanston Virgin Oak Cask Strength (2023 Edition)

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89 critic score

Whiskey Scotch Highlands No age statement 58.5% ABV

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About this bottle

Deanston Virgin Oak Cask Strength (2023 Edition) is a single malt from the Highlands distillery Deanston, marking the first Cask Strength bottling in its Virgin Oak line. The single malt undergoes initial aging in ex-bourbon barrels, followed by a 12-month maturation in virgin American oak barrels sourced from Kelvin Cooperage. It is bottled at 58.3% ABV and is non-chill filtered. The release occurred in the fall, with the US receiving its allocation in November 2023 through select retailers and online sellers. (SRP $97.99)

How it tastes

Measured across 14 flavor axes. Tap a note to find other bottles that lead with it.

Rich 60

Full Bodied 60

Sweet 35

Spicy 30

Vanilla 25

Fruity 20

Floral 10

Tart 5

Reviews

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Kristine Rowell 3.5 July 2025

Straightforward caramel flavor. Molasses notes are present. A bit of spice on the higher notes.

Hallie Kirkpatrick 3.3 June 2024

Surprisingly smooth for being 46%, it almost tastes watered down.

The details

Type: Scotch
Style: Single Malt
ABV: 58.5% ABV (117 proof)
Age: No age statement
Cask: finished in virgin American oak casks
Origin: Highlands, Scotland

Why there's no score

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