North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Glenlivet 18 Year Old 2006 (cask 901017) - 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)Glenlivet 18 Year Old 2006 (cask 901017) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryNorth of ScotlandThe Glenlivet
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV50.6%59.5%
Age37 yr18 yr
Price£103.47£113.95
Rating5.00/5

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner60/100
Value48/100

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 2006 (cask 901017) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 2006 (cask 901017) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £114.

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 £113.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.6%) — may need water

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 2006 (cask 901017) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£113.95 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 Glenlivet?

Glenlivet 18 Year Old 2006 (cask 901017) - 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

Honey

Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

Old WoodOilyVanillaNutty

Only Glenlivet 18 Year Old 2006 (cask 901017) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

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