Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs King Of Scots The Peated Edition (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
King Of Scots The Peated Edition (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 3.50
£18
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | King Of Scots The Peated Edition (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Douglas Laing |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £20.95 | £17.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.50/5 |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
King Of Scots The Peated Edition (Douglas Laing)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
King Of Scots The Peated Edition (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
King Of Scots The Peated Edition (Douglas Laing) is better value at £18 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 3 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£20.95 vs £17.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
King Of Scots The Peated Edition (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£17.95 vs £20.95)
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 King?
King Of Scots The Peated Edition (Douglas Laing) 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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