Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
Aultmore
★ 4.00
£34
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Aultmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £33.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage is better value at £34 vs £37.
For beginners: Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage is more approachable (85/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.52 vs £33.95)
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.95 vs £36.52)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage 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 Aultmore 10 Year Old 2008 (casks 307302 & 307303) - Signatory Vintage