Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) vs Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Douglas Laing
★ 5.00
£37

Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Wharf Distillery
£28
| Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) | Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Wharf Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £36.52 | £28 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Quick verdict
Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl is better value at £28 vs £37.
For beginners: Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl is more approachable (80/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.52 vs £28)
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28 vs £36.52)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Wharf?
Wharf Distillery New Town Lemon and Basil Gin, 50cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Speyside & Lowland - Double Barrel (Douglas Laing) (Old Bottling)
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