Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs Williams & Humbert 20 Year Old Dos Cortados Sherry
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
Williams & Humbert 20 Year Old Dos Cortados Sherry
Williams & Humbert
£27
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | Williams & Humbert 20 Year Old Dos Cortados Sherry | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Williams & Humbert |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.95 | £26.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Williams & Humbert 20 Year Old Dos Cortados Sherry
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Williams & Humbert 20 Year Old Dos Cortados Sherry
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 £27.
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 affordable (£20.95 vs £26.75)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Williams & Humbert 20 Year Old Dos Cortados Sherry
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£26.75 vs £20.95)
- −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 Williams?
Williams & Humbert 20 Year Old Dos Cortados Sherry suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Only Williams & Humbert 20 Year Old Dos Cortados Sherry