Deanston 2010 10 Years Single Malt Whisky

Whiskyspace Notes 1343

Jun 2, 2026, 18:17:23

Right, cracking into this one tonight. First thing that hits me is this dark, roasty character - like a proper pint of Guinness, maybe even a heavy stout that's been sleeping in old empty barrels for ages. There's a lovely sour breads thing going on too, wholegrain bread left to ferment a bit too long. Then suddenly this horseradish kick comes through - bit prickly but not unpleasant. The wine influence is well integrated I'd say - reminds me of Madeira, or maybe a good red Bordeaux. Something Marsala-like in there too, that sweet oxidative thing. Flinty minerals on the finish, quite steely. Good action on the palate, doesn't just sit there doing nothing 👍 Long finish that just keeps going. Really quite something! Fermentary notes remind me of a busy weekend bake in the kitchen 🍞

Dan Murphy

May 25, 2026, 17:02:10

Feels like a damp old wine cellar, with stout, red wine and yeasty bread notes up front. Then honeyed gingerbread, walnut cake, a bit of chilli heat and horseradish zing. Musty, malty, slightly sour, but quite cosy in a weird way 🍯🥃

Noah Griffiths

May 21, 2026, 19:31:42

Quite a cosy dram 🥃 Bit of honey, toasted oak and a wee spicy warmth. Feels smooth, mellow, and easy to sit with on a chilly evening. Nice lingering sweetness, not too much faff.

Tyler Evans

May 14, 2026, 01:31:05

Just had this new dram, quite the experience! 🥃 On the nose, got a real hit of heather honey, like walking on the moors. And then something malty, sort of bready, with a bit of damp earth after rain. 🌧️ Taste-wise, it’s a bit of a journey. First wave is that warm, spicy kick – think cinnamon and maybe clove? Then it mellows into stewed apple and something nutty, like toasted almond. The smoke comes through last, not like a bonfire, more like a distant campfire. 🔥 Mouthfeel is lovely, really smooth and almost oily. Leaves you with a long, warm finish, a bit of dark chocolate and dried fruit. Proper autumn in a glass. 🍂 A bit of water opens it up even more, brings out a floral note I missed. Very enjoyable, right balance between sweet and smoky. 👍

Joshua Robertson

May 13, 2026, 06:31:09

Oh, this one’s interesting! 🥃 First sip… got a real smoky, peaty kick, almost like a seaside bonfire. Then some woody, spicy notes come through, maybe cinnamon? The finish is long and warming, with a touch of honey sweetness. Really nice complexity. 👌 Not sure about the exact brand, but it’s defo got character.