Peat (Pure Islay) - Elements Of Islay vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Peat (Pure Islay) - Elements Of Islay
Elements of Islay
£30
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Peat (Pure Islay) - Elements Of Islay | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Elements of Islay | Balvenie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.94 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Peat (Pure Islay) - Elements Of Islay
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Peat (Pure Islay) - Elements Of Islay
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £30.
For beginners: Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Peat (Pure Islay) - Elements Of Islay
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.94 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £29.94)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Peat?
Peat (Pure Islay) - Elements Of Islay suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Peat (Pure Islay) - Elements Of Islay
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)