Yula 20 Year Old (Douglas Laing) vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

Yula 20 Year Old (Douglas Laing)Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
DistilleryDouglas LaingSamuel Gulliver & Co
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV52.6%47%
Age20 yr10 yr
Price£110£92.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Yula 20 Year Old (Douglas Laing)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner35/100
Value45/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

Yula 20 Year Old (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £110.

For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Yula 20 Year Old (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£110 vs £92.95)

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£92.95 vs £110)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Yula?

Yula 20 Year Old (Douglas Laing) 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.

Who should buy Gulliver’s?

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Yula 20 Year Old (Douglas Laing)

Dried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Cooked FruitToasted

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