Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs The Lakes Distillery The One Whisky Gift Set 3 x 5cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
The Lakes Distillery The One Whisky Gift Set 3 x 5cl
The Lakes Distillery
£18
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | The Lakes Distillery The One Whisky Gift Set 3 x 5cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.95 | £17.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
The Lakes Distillery The One Whisky Gift Set 3 x 5cl
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
The Lakes Distillery The One Whisky Gift Set 3 x 5cl
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Distillery The One Whisky Gift Set 3 x 5cl is better value at £18 vs £21.
For beginners: Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£20.95 vs £17.5)
The Lakes Distillery The One Whisky Gift Set 3 x 5cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£17.5 vs £20.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Distillery The One Whisky Gift Set 3 x 5cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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