Lord Elcho vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Lord Elcho | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Wemyss Malts | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.92 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lord Elcho
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Lord Elcho
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £30.
For beginners: Lord Elcho is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Lord Elcho
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.92 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £29.92)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lord?
Lord Elcho 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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