Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set
Rutte
£24
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rutte | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £23.5 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set
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 £24.
For beginners: Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£23.5 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £23.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Rutte?
Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Rutte Celery Gin / Two Glass Gift Set
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)