North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£103
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mackmyra
★ 4.67
£128
| North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | Mackmyra |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 47.2% |
| Age | 37 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £103.47 | £127.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.67/5 |
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 vs £128.
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 £127.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£127.95 vs £103.47)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 Mackmyra?
Mackmyra 3 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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