Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs The Nailed Puppet 11 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37
The Nailed Puppet 11 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo
Brave New Spirits
£51
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | The Nailed Puppet 11 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Brave New Spirits |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.6% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £36.52 | £50.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
The Nailed Puppet 11 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
The Nailed Puppet 11 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is better value at £37 vs £51.
For beginners: Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£36.52 vs £50.76)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Nailed Puppet 11 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.76 vs £36.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy The?
The Nailed Puppet 11 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Only The Nailed Puppet 11 Year Old - Whisky of Voodoo