North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
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
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
Laballe
£172
| North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | Laballe |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Grain | |
| ABV | 50.6% | 40% |
| Age | 37 yr | NAS |
| Price | £103.47 | £172 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
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 £172.
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 £172)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£172 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 Laballe?
Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Only Laballe Bas Armagnac 1988 / Bot.2025