North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
£202
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£150
| North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Jack Daniel's |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Tennessee |
| ABV | 41.9% | 43% |
| Age | 35 yr | NAS |
| Price | £202.38 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is better value at £150 vs £202.
For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£202.38 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy North?
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 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
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