Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs The Wild Geese Classic 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
The Wild Geese Classic 70cl
The Wild Geese
★ 5.00
£25
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | The Wild Geese Classic 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | The Wild Geese |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.95 | £24.89 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
The Wild Geese Classic 70cl
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
The Wild Geese Classic 70cl
Quick verdict
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
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £24.89)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Wild Geese Classic 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£24.89 vs £20.95)
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 Wild Geese Classic 70cl 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 The Wild Geese Classic 70cl