Paul John Christmas Edition 2018 vs Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Paul John
★ 5.00
£50
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
| Paul John Christmas Edition 2018 | Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Paul John | Douglas Laing |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £49.99 | £36.52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is better value at £37 vs £50.
For beginners: Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.99 vs £36.52)
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.52 vs £49.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John Christmas Edition 2018 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.
Who should buy Speyside?
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) 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
Only Paul John Christmas Edition 2018
Only Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)