OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml) vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml)
OSA Fine Spirits
★ 5.00
£17
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml) | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | OSA Fine Spirits | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £16.78 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml) is better value at £17 vs £21.
For beginners: OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£16.78 vs £20.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£20.95 vs £16.78)
Who should buy OSA?
OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml) 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 OSA Fine Spirits Scotch Whisky Tasting Set (4 x 50ml)
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)