Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 2010 (Adelphi) vs North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 2010 (Adelphi)
Adelphi
£110
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£103
| Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 2010 (Adelphi) | North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | North of Scotland |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 51.9% | 50.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 37 yr |
| Price | £110 | £103.47 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 2010 (Adelphi)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 2010 (Adelphi)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 vs £110.
For beginners: North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 2010 (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£110 vs £103.47)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£103.47 vs £110)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Breath?
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 2010 (Adelphi) 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 of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) 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
Only Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 2010 (Adelphi)
Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)