Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
Weetwood
£32
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Weetwood | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £31.99 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
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 £32.
For beginners: Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£31.99 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 £31.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Weetwood?
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl 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 Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)