Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 3.40
£22
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Douglas Laing |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.95 | £21.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.40/5 |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.40).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £22.
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 £21.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The King of Scots Blend (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£21.5 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.4 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 The?
The King of Scots Blend (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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