Deanston Virgin Oak Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky - 70cl
Deanston Virgin Oak Highland Single Malt Scotch — a distinctive Deanston expression matured in virgin (new) oak casks. Rare category — most Scotch is matured in ex-Bourbon or ex-sherry casks. Deanston Distillery (Perthshire) uses virgin oak for concentrated vanilla + fresh oak character.
Why you'll love it
- Refined vanilla, warm honey, gentle fresh oak, delicate cereal depth, elegant Deanston Virgin Oak character — Virgin Oak signature
- Virgin oak maturation — rare in Scotch category
- Perfect for whisky enthusiasts curious about oak-focused expressions
- Deanston is one of Scotland's few hydro-electric distilleries
Perfect pairings
Excellent neat or with a small drop of water. Pairs beautifully with roasted meats, aged mild cheeses, or considered evening drams.
Perfect for
- Whisky enthusiasts exploring virgin oak Scotch
- Deanston Distillery collectors
- Whisky drinkers appreciating vanilla-forward oak character
Compare with
Ready to step up to cask strength? Try Deanston Virgin Oak Cask Strength 2023 ($146). Interested in age-stated Deanston? Deanston 12 Year Old ($124) or Deanston 15 Year Old ($147).
Frequently asked
Why virgin oak in Scotch?
Most Scotch is matured in previously-used casks (ex-Bourbon or ex-sherry). Virgin (new) oak delivers more concentrated vanilla, fresh oak spice, and toasted-oak character. Common in Bourbon (which requires new charred oak by law) but rare in Scotch. Deanston Virgin Oak is a distinctive Scotch cask-focused expression.
What is Deanston Distillery?
Perthshire Highland distillery founded 1965. Converted from an 1785 cotton mill. Distinctive hydro-electric powered — uses the River Teith to generate power. One of Scotland's few sustainable-energy distilleries.
Quick facts
- Category: Highland Single Malt Scotch (Virgin Oak)
- Distillery: Deanston (Perthshire — hydro-electric powered)
- Cask: Virgin oak
- ABV: 46.3%
- Volume: 70cl
- Delivery: Free islandwide delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Heady virgin oak, bursting with lemon zest and sweet barley sugar, with delicious notes of apple and nutmeg.
PALATE
A delightful sweetness, evoking memories of candied fruits and vanilla toffee, balanced with heather honey.
FINISH
A satisfying light spice, with a rewarding burst of honeyed malt and sweet oakiness.
ABV: 46.3% ABV
