Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured
Aberlour
★ 4.27
£43
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£47
| Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured | Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Speyburn |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 49.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £43.14 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 4.27/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.27).
Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured is better value at £43 vs £47.
For beginners: Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£43.14 vs £46.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£46.95 vs £43.14)
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 12 Year Old Double Cask Matured 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 Speyburn?
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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