Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs North Star Blend 10 Year Old 2012 - North Star Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
North Star Blend 10 Year Old 2012 - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
£34
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | North Star Blend 10 Year Old 2012 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | North Star Spirits |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 46.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £20.95 | £34.48 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
North Star Blend 10 Year Old 2012 - North Star Spirits
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
North Star Blend 10 Year Old 2012 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £34.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £34.48)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North Star Blend 10 Year Old 2012 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£34.48 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 North?
North Star Blend 10 Year Old 2012 - North Star Spirits 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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Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Only North Star Blend 10 Year Old 2012 - North Star Spirits