Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Deanston 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
Deanston 12 Year Old
Deanston
★ 4.13
£37
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Deanston 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Deanston |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46.3% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £36.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.13/5 |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Deanston 12 Year Old
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Deanston 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.13).
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is better value at £37 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)
- +More affordable (£36.52 vs £36.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Deanston 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.9 vs £36.52)
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 Deanston?
Deanston 12 Year Old 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 Deanston 12 Year Old
Where to buy
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Deanston 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange