La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hidalgo | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £15.25 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo is better value at £15 vs £21.
For beginners: La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£15.25 vs £20.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£20.95 vs £15.25)
Who should buy La?
La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo 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 La Gitana Manzanilla / Hidalgo
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)