Fiji South Pacific 2004 Rum / 17 Year Old / Holmes Cay vs North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fiji South Pacific 2004 Rum / 17 Year Old / Holmes Cay
South Pacific
£155
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£103
| Fiji South Pacific 2004 Rum / 17 Year Old / Holmes Cay | North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | South Pacific | North of Scotland |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | |
| ABV | 40% | 50.6% |
| Age | NAS | 37 yr |
| Price | £155 | £103.47 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fiji South Pacific 2004 Rum / 17 Year Old / Holmes Cay
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Fiji South Pacific 2004 Rum / 17 Year Old / Holmes Cay
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 £155.
For beginners: Fiji South Pacific 2004 Rum / 17 Year Old / Holmes Cay is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Fiji South Pacific 2004 Rum / 17 Year Old / Holmes Cay
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£155 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 £155)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
Who should buy Fiji?
Fiji South Pacific 2004 Rum / 17 Year Old / Holmes Cay suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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