Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing) vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
DistilleryDouglas LaingSamuel Gulliver & Co
Region
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.2%47%
Age22 yr10 yr
Price£118.43£92.95
Rating5.00/5

Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £118.

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

Yula 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£118.43 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 £118.43)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Yula?

Yula 22 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 22 Year Old (Douglas Laing)

Dried FruitLeatheryOld WoodNutty

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Cooked FruitToasted

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