Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
Benriach
★ 4.75
£32
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Benriach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £31.64 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus is better value at £32 vs £37.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.52 vs £31.64)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£31.64 vs £36.52)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Benriach?
Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Only Benriach 13 Year Old Madeira Finish - Maderensis Fumosus