North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
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
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Laphroaig
★ 4.83
£25
| North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Laphroaig |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £25.95 | £24.99 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 4.83/5 |
North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is rated higher (4.83 vs 4.00).
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is better value at £25 vs £26.
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
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£25.95 vs £24.99)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 4.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£24.99 vs £25.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only North British 12 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Only Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl