Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
Pol Roger
£30
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pol Roger | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.95 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
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 £30.
For beginners: Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.95 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 £29.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Pol?
Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle 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 Pol Roger Reserve NV Champagne / Half Bottle
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)