North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
North British
£123
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
| North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Samuel Gulliver & Co |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 47% |
| Age | 31 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £123.49 | £92.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £123.
For beginners: North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£123.49 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £123.49)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy North?
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 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
Only North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272163) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old