Dewar's 12 Year Old vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Dewar's 12 Year Old | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dewar's | Balvenie |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £31.85 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 4.23/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dewar's 12 Year Old
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Dewar's 12 Year Old
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.23).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £32.
For beginners: Dewar's 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dewar's 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£31.85 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £31.85)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Dewar's?
Dewar's 12 Year Old 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 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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