Grant's Family Reserve vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Grant's Family Reserve | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Grant's | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £20.18 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 3.52/5 | 5.00/5 |
Grant's Family Reserve
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Grant's Family Reserve
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.52).
Grant's Family Reserve is better value at £20 vs £21.
For beginners: Grant's Family Reserve is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Grant's Family Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.18 vs £20.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£20.95 vs £20.18)
Who should buy Grant's?
Grant's Family Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
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Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)