Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin
Ethical Spirits
£28
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ethical Spirits | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £27.75 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin
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 £28.
For beginners: Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£27.75 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 £27.75)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ethical?
Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin 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 Ethical Spirits Cacao Ethique Gin
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)