North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
North British
★ 4.00
£26
Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range
Berry Bros. & Rudd
★ 4.63
£33
| North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Berry Bros. & Rudd |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 44.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £25.95 | £32.9 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 4.63/5 |
North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range
North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range
Quick verdict
Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range is rated higher (4.63 vs 4.00).
North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is better value at £26 vs £33.
For beginners: North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£25.95 vs £32.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 4.6)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£32.9 vs £25.95)
Who should buy North?
North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) 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 Berry?
Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Only Berry Bros. & Rudd Islay - The Classic Range