Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
North British
£125
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 47% | 52.6% |
| Age | 10 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
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 £125.
For beginners: North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 £124.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£124.95 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy North?
North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only North British 25 Year Old 1991 (cask 5913009) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)