Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl vs North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Laphroaig
★ 4.83
£25

North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
North British
£20
| Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl | North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | North British |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £24.99 | £20.45 |
| Rating | 4.83/5 | — |
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is rated higher (4.83 vs 0.00).
North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) is better value at £20 vs £25.
For beginners: North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£24.99 vs £20.45)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.45 vs £24.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy North?
North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Only North British 1994 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)