Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Auchentoshan
£35
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Auchentoshan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £36.52 | £34.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £35 vs £37.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.52 vs £34.5)
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.5 vs £36.52)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange