| Rating | 90 |
| Style |
Scotch Whiskey |
| Classification | Single Malt |
| Produced In | Scotland |
| ABV | 46.3% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $47.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Review Updated | 2022-08-22 |
Deanston Virgin Oak Review
So you love Bourbon and want to venture into the world of Scotch? This is the bottle for you. This whisky is aged in a two-step process, starting in ex-bourbon casks and then finishing in new oak barrels. The mixture of these vessels primes the aromatic profile, providing a fun array of spicy wood, banana, and caramel. The palate is earthy with malt character, but the high ABV keeps things bright.
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