Old Perth Number 1 Release vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Old Perth Number 1 Release | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £27.99 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £28.
For beginners: Old Perth Number 1 Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Old Perth Number 1 Release
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£27.99 vs £20.95)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £27.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth Number 1 Release 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
Both taste of
Only Old Perth Number 1 Release
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)