Glen Garioch 15 Year Old vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 15 Year Old
Glen Garioch
★ 5.00
£30
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Glen Garioch 15 Year Old | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Balvenie |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.95 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 15 Year Old
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Glen Garioch 15 Year Old
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £30.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 15 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.95 vs £20.95)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £29.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Garioch 15 Year Old
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)