Jim Beam White Label vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Jim Beam White Label | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jim Beam | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £20.5 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 3.54/5 | 5.00/5 |
Jim Beam White Label
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Jim Beam White Label
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.54).
Jim Beam White Label is better value at £21 vs £21.
For beginners: Jim Beam White Label is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Jim Beam White Label
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.5 vs £20.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 vs 5.0)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£20.95 vs £20.5)
Who should buy Jim?
Jim Beam White Label suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jim Beam White Label
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)