Heaven Hill Bourbon vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Heaven Hill Bourbon | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Heaven Hill | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 4 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £23.63 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 4.24/5 | 5.00/5 |
Heaven Hill Bourbon
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Heaven Hill Bourbon
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.24).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £24.
For beginners: Heaven Hill Bourbon is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Heaven Hill Bourbon
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£23.63 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 £23.63)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 4 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Heaven?
Heaven Hill Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon 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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