Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) vs North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Bowmore
£70
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British
★ 4.80
£53
| Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) | North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | North British |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 56.8% | 56.3% |
| Age | 11 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £69.95 | £52.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.80/5 |
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £53 vs £70.
For beginners: North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £52.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£52.95 vs £69.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.) 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 North?
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Bowmore 11 Year Old 2014 (Thompson Bros.)
Only North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)