Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (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
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)
Glen Ord
£48
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Glen Ord |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £47.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is better value at £37 vs £48.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£36.52 vs £47.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.95 vs £36.52)
- −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 Glen?
Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Ord 12 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #43 (Signatory)