WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World vs North of Scotland 46 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£124
North of Scotland 46 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£185
| WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World | North of Scotland 46 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | WhistlePig | North of Scotland |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 41% |
| Age | 12 yr | 46 yr |
| Price | £124 | £184.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
North of Scotland 46 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
North of Scotland 46 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is better value at £124 vs £185.
For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£124 vs £184.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North of Scotland 46 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (46 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£184.95 vs £124)
Who should buy WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World 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.
Who should buy North?
North of Scotland 46 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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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Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Only North of Scotland 46 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)