Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Deanston
★ 3.00
£162
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£103
| Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | North of Scotland |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 50% | 50.6% |
| Age | 25 yr | 37 yr |
| Price | £161.83 | £103.47 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
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 3.00).
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 vs £162.
For beginners: North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£161.83 vs £103.47)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 £161.83)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 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 Deanston 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 18697) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)