Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs Grant's Family Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | Grant's Family Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Grant's |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.95 | £20.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.52/5 |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Grant's Family Reserve
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Grant's Family Reserve
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.52).
Grant's Family Reserve is better value at £20 vs £21.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£20.95 vs £20.18)
Grant's Family Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.18 vs £20.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.5 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 Grant's?
Grant's Family Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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