North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Hellyers Road Peated 7 Year Old Australian Single Malt Whisky

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

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)Hellyers Road Peated 7 Year Old Australian Single Malt Whisky
DistilleryNorth of ScotlandHellyers Road
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeGrain
ABV50.6%40%
Age37 yrNAS
Price£103.47£125
Rating5.00/5

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner60/100
Value48/100

Hellyers Road Peated 7 Year Old Australian Single Malt Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hellyers Road Peated 7 Year Old Australian Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 vs £125.

For beginners: North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£103.47 vs £125)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Hellyers Road Peated 7 Year Old Australian Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£125 vs £103.47)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy North?

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) 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 Hellyers?

Hellyers Road Peated 7 Year Old Australian Single Malt Whisky 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

Oily

Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

Old WoodVanillaHoneyNutty

Only Hellyers Road Peated 7 Year Old Australian Single Malt Whisky

SmokeyFresh FruitLeafyCooked Vegetable

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