Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 3.75
£22
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.95 | £21.81 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.75/5 |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) is better value at £21 vs £22.
For beginners: Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish is more approachable (100/100 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 £21.81)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£21.81 vs £20.95)
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 Tullamore?
Tullamore D.E.W. Cider Cask Finish 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.
Tasting notes
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