Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Paul John
★ 5.00
£50
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Paul John Christmas Edition 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Paul John |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £36.52 | £49.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is better value at £37 vs £50.
For beginners: Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.52 vs £49.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.99 vs £36.52)
Who should buy Speyside?
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) 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.
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Only Paul John Christmas Edition 2018