Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
★ 4.50
£49

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£44
| Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) | Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £48.78 | £43.9 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is better value at £44 vs £49.
For beginners: Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.78 vs £43.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£43.9 vs £48.78)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore & Inchgower - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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