Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year OldNorth British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistillerySamuel Gulliver & CoNorth British
RegionLowland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV47%50.4%
Age10 yr34 yr
Price£92.95£129.95
Rating5.00/5

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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 £130.

For beginners: North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 £129.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (34 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£129.95 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 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokeyCooked Fruit

Only North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedOld WoodVanillaHoney

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