Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) vs Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Balvenie
★ 5.00
£21
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
Weetwood
£32
| Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl) | Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Weetwood |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £20.95 | £31.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
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 £32.
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 £31.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£31.99 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 Weetwood?
Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Balvenie DoubleWood 12 Year Old (20cl)
Only Weetwood Distillery Marmalade Gin, 70cl