North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Islay #4 11 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
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 48.8% |
| Age | 37 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £103.47 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £103.
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
- +Longer maturation (37 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£103.47 vs £66.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £103.47)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Islay?
Islay #4 11 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
Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)