Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery vs Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

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

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of DiscoveryRandolph Oxford Barrel Proof
DistilleryJohnnie WalkerThe Black Bottle Distillery
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%58%
AgeNASNAS
Price£49.05£38.5
Rating5.00/54.67/5

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof is better value at £39 vs £49.

For beginners: Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.05 vs £38.5)

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£38.5 vs £49.05)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Randolph?

Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaFresh Fruit

Only Johnnie Walker 12 Days of Discovery

HoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Randolph Oxford Barrel Proof

CitricNew Wood

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