Asbach Coffee Cream vs Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Asbach Coffee Cream | Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Asbach | Balvenie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £18.95 | £20.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Asbach Coffee Cream
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Asbach Coffee Cream
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Asbach Coffee Cream is better value at £19 vs £21.
For beginners: Asbach Coffee Cream is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Asbach Coffee Cream
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£18.95 vs £20.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £18.95)
Who should buy Asbach?
Asbach Coffee Cream suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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