Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky
Old Smuggler
£25
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Old Smuggler |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.95 | £24.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky
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 £25.
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 £24.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£24.5 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 Old?
Old Smuggler Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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