Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Mackintosh Whisky
£27
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mackintosh Whisky | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £27.13 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
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 £27.
For beginners: Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£27.13 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 £27.13)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mackintosh?
Mackintosh Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 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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