North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British
★ 4.80
£53
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Bowmore
£70
| North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Bowmore |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.3% | 56.8% |
| Age | 27 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £52.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £53 vs £70.
For beginners: North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£52.95 vs £69.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £52.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy North?
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)