Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 vs North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£150
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
£202
| Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 | North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jack Daniel's | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Tennessee | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 41.9% |
| Age | NAS | 35 yr |
| Price | £150 | £202.38 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is better value at £150 vs £202.
For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£202.38 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 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 North?
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
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