North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper)
North British
£39
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
| North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper) | Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Ardgowan |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Grain |
| ABV | 46.4% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £38.95 | £48.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper) is better value at £39 vs £49.
For beginners: North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.95 vs £48.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.5 vs £38.95)
Who should buy North?
North British 11 Year Old (The Easy Sipper) 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.
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
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