Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs The One Blended Whisky Set (3 x 50ml)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)The One Blended Whisky Set (3 x 50ml)
DistilleryBalvenieThe Lakes Distillery
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV40%46.6%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£20.95£18.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

The One Blended Whisky Set (3 x 50ml)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The One Blended Whisky Set (3 x 50ml)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The One Blended Whisky Set (3 x 50ml) is better value at £19 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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£20.95 vs £18.95)

The One Blended Whisky Set (3 x 50ml)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£18.95 vs £20.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 One Blended Whisky Set (3 x 50ml) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedVanillaCooked Fruit

Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)

HoneyToasted

Only The One Blended Whisky Set (3 x 50ml)

Fresh Fruit

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