Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition) vs North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

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

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryCompass BoxNorth of Scotland
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltGrain
ABV48.9%50.6%
AgeNAS37 yr
Price£124.9£103.47
Rating5.00/5

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner60/100
Value48/100

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £125.

For beginners: North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£124.9 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 £124.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Compass?

Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition) 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 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

Old Wood

Only Compass Box Flaming Heart (2022 Edition)

SmokeyToastedFresh Fruit

Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)

OilyVanillaHoneyNutty

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