North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Laphroaig 16 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
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
Laphroaig 16 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£150
| North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Laphroaig 16 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 57.1% |
| Age | 37 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £103.47 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig 16 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig 16 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 vs £150.
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
- +More affordable (£103.47 vs £149.95)
- +Longer maturation (37 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 16 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.95 vs £103.47)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 16 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Only Laphroaig 16 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)