Kilbeggan vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Kilbeggan | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilbeggan | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £23.25 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 3.98/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kilbeggan
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Kilbeggan
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.98).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £23.
For beginners: Kilbeggan is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Kilbeggan
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£23.25 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 £23.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Kilbeggan?
Kilbeggan 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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