Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory
Fettercairn
£36
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Fettercairn |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £35.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory is better value at £36 vs £37.
For beginners: Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory 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 £35.95)
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£35.95 vs £36.52)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Only Fettercairn 12 Year Old 2006 (casks 107683 & 107685) - Signatory