Deanston 12 Year

Ever pull a freshly washed fluffy white towel out of a hot dryer with a one of those ‘summer fresh’ dryer sheets and recall that smell? That’s Deanston 12, clean and refreshing. A solid everyday easy pour. Mainly toffee and vanilla with a bit of malty sweet fruitiness. Dry and wood finish. I realize the rating is low for this particular offering from Deanston and I’m not sure why other than it’s just plain good. I think we’ve taken ‘good’ whisky for granted.

A very solid malt. Displays good legs, offers a nose of malt, vanilla, and a little lemon zest. It is mouth-coating and the flavors are very representative of the nose. The finish is medium-long and slightly drying---encouraging another sip. Overall a very pleasing dram for when you are in the mood for a straight-forward dram. There is no peat, no sherry or anything else, and it isn't complex. BUT, it is well made and very enjoyable.

Dram club 2 oz samples, the flight included Black Bottle, Tobermory 12, Deanston 12, Bunnahabhain 12 and Bunnahabhain Toiteach A Dha Deanston 12 I get vanilla, cotton candy and apple on the nose. Slightly sour note and a bit hot considering the age. Lots of oak influence. Seems like a good one for bourbon fans. This one is a pass for me. My ranking was 1. Bunnahabhain Toiteach A Dha, 2. Black Bottle, 3. Bunnahabhain 12, 4. Tobermory 12, 5. Deanston 12

Simple, smooth, easy to drink!