Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series vs North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series
Black Bottle
★ 4.92
£26
North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
North British
★ 4.00
£23
| Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series | North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Black Bottle | North British |
| Region | Other Scotch | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 46.3% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 14 yr |
| Price | £25.9 | £23.02 |
| Rating | 4.92/5 | 4.00/5 |
Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series
North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series
North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series is rated higher (4.92 vs 4.00).
North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) is better value at £23 vs £26.
For beginners: North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£25.9 vs £23.02)
North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£23.02 vs £25.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 4.9)
Who should buy Black?
Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy North?
North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory) 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
Only Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series
Only North British 14 Year Old 1997 (Signatory)