Lost Mexican Agave Gift Pack, 3 x 5cl vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lost Mexican Agave Gift Pack, 3 x 5cl
Pocketful of Stones
£22
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Lost Mexican Agave Gift Pack, 3 x 5cl | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pocketful of Stones | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £21.9 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lost Mexican Agave Gift Pack, 3 x 5cl
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Lost Mexican Agave Gift Pack, 3 x 5cl
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £22.
For beginners: Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Lost Mexican Agave Gift Pack, 3 x 5cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£21.9 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £21.9)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lost?
Lost Mexican Agave Gift Pack, 3 x 5cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Lost Mexican Agave Gift Pack, 3 x 5cl
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)