8O8 Whisky (808) vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| 8O8 Whisky (808) | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | 8o8 | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £30 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 4.05/5 | 5.00/5 |
8O8 Whisky (808)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
8O8 Whisky (808)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.05).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £30.
For beginners: 8O8 Whisky (808) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
8O8 Whisky (808)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£30 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £30)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy 8O8?
8O8 Whisky (808) 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 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
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