Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Famous Grouse Highland DecanterNorth British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryFamous GrouseNorth British
RegionOther ScotchLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedGrain
ABV40%45.8%
AgeNAS35 yr
Price£99.99£89.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value50/100

North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner65/100
Value56/100

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £90 vs £100.

For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.99 vs £89.95)

North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£89.95 vs £99.99)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Famous?

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy North?

North British 35 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 Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt Extract

Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

VanillaHoneyToasted

Only North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodOilyNutty

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