Gabriel Boudier Creme de Bananes / Half Litre vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gabriel Boudier Creme de Bananes / Half Litre
Gabriel Boudier
£22
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Gabriel Boudier Creme de Bananes / Half Litre | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Gabriel Boudier | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £21.95 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Gabriel Boudier Creme de Bananes / Half Litre
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Gabriel Boudier Creme de Bananes / Half Litre
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: Gabriel Boudier Creme de Bananes / Half Litre is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Gabriel Boudier Creme de Bananes / Half Litre
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£21.95 vs £20.95)
- −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 affordable (£20.95 vs £21.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Gabriel?
Gabriel Boudier Creme de Bananes / Half Litre 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
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Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)