Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£28
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Glen Scotia |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £27.72 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s is better value at £28 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.52 vs £27.72)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£27.72 vs £36.52)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
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