Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition vs North British 50 Year Old 1961 - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
North British 50 Year Old 1961 - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
North British
£363
| Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | North British 50 Year Old 1961 - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | North British |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 55.3% |
| Age | 15 yr | 50 yr |
| Price | £399 | £362.62 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
North British 50 Year Old 1961 - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
North British 50 Year Old 1961 - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 50 Year Old 1961 - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing) is better value at £363 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £362.62)
North British 50 Year Old 1961 - Directors' Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£362.62 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy North?
North British 50 Year Old 1961 - Directors' Cut (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
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