Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier
Paddy
★ 5.00
£23
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Paddy | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £22.5 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £23.
For beginners: Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£22.5 vs £20.95)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £22.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Paddy?
Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier 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
Both taste of
Only Paddy Irish Whiskey - Lantern Carrier
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)