Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling) vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling)
Amrut
★ 5.00
£26
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
| Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling) | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £26.25 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £26.
For beginners: Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£26.25 vs £20.95)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £26.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
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Only Amrut Single Malt (Old Bottling)
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)