Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) vs Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Balblair
£86
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Rampur
★ 5.00
£63
| Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Rampur |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £85.5 | £62.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky is better value at £63 vs £86.
For beginners: Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£85.5 vs £62.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£62.95 vs £85.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Rampur?
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Only Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Where to buy
Balblair 12 Year Old 2012 Fresh Sauternes Barrique Finish (cask 3228) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange