North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Glenallachie 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 5252) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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
Glenallachie 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 5252) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
GlenAllachie
£140
| North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Glenallachie 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 5252) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | GlenAllachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 54.6% |
| Age | 37 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £103.47 | £140.24 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Glenallachie 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 5252) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Glenallachie 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 5252) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £140.
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 £140.24)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
Glenallachie 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 5252) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140.24 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 Glenallachie?
Glenallachie 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 5252) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Only Glenallachie 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 5252) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)