Once a cotton mill on the banks of the River Teith, Deanston transformed into a whisky distillery with the same rugged spirit it was built on. The 18 Year Old is a perfect reflection of its origin, quietly powerful, unpolished in the best way, and crafted with a commitment to traditional, hands-on whisky-making. This Highland malt is a story of time, oak, and patience, bottled.

Deanston 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Brand: Deanston | Category: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46.3% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Warming and earthy. Notes of honeycomb, waxy orange peel, nutmeg, and malted biscuit emerge with a touch of fresh oak and hay.
Palate: Rich and textured. Toffee, vanilla pods, toasted cereal, and soft oak spice unfold slowly, layered with dried apricot and a subtle herbal freshness.
Finish: Long and clean. Soft tannins, oak warmth, and a final flicker of citrus and sweet malt linger effortlessly.

Production Details:
Matured entirely in first-fill bourbon casks and bottled at 46.3% ABV with no chill filtration, this 18-year-old expression showcases Deanston’s trademark waxy texture and vibrant Highland character. Fermented using open-top washbacks and distilled with traditional methods, the spirit is left to mature in the distillery’s cool, stone-walled warehouses, delivering balance and depth without any flash.

Perfect For:
Candle-lit evenings and quiet contemplation. This is a whisky for the thinker, when the day is done and you're ready for something with substance, clarity, and just a touch of edge.

Expert Notes:
Deanston’s 18-year-old expression is often praised for its creamy texture and complexity. A hidden favorite among whisky purists, it proves that subtlety and confidence can go hand in hand. It’s bourbon-matured Scotch at its most refined.

Customer Reviews:
"This is what bourbon cask maturation should taste like, rich, clean, and satisfying."
"Everything from the texture to the finish feels handcrafted. A seriously underappreciated dram."
"The kind of bottle you don’t show off, you just quietly enjoy, glass after glass."

Interesting Fact:
Deanston operates completely off grid, generating its electricity through a hydroelectric turbine powered by the River Teith. It’s one of the few distilleries in Scotland with fully sustainable energy on-site.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy it neat to fully appreciate the bourbon cask richness and creamy mouthfeel. A few drops of water will draw out more citrus and barley sweetness. Ideal alongside pecan pie, aged cheddar, or dark honey-glazed almonds.

Distillery Background:
Deanston Distillery, once a cotton mill dating back to the 1700s, was reborn as a whisky producer in 1966. Known for its waxy spirit, hands on methods, and sustainable energy use, it has become a cult favorite among fans of honest Highland whisky. The 18 Year Old exemplifies its ethos: unpretentious, character-driven, and quietly brilliant.