Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Knob Creek
★ 4.00
£30
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Knob Creek |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £20.95 | £29.98 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £30.
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)
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £29.98)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£29.98 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Knob?
Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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