Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) vs North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

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

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
DistilleryPenderynNorth British
RegionLowland
CountryWalesScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£54.9£41.81
Rating5.00/5

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £42 vs £55.

For beginners: North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.9 vs £41.81)

North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£41.81 vs £54.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Penderyn?

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy North?

North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Toasted

Only North British 12 Year Old 2000 (cask 4314) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Fresh FruitCitric

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