Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl vs North British 1997 - 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 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
North British
★ 4.67
£27
| Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl | North British 1997 - 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 | £27.07 |
| Rating | 4.83/5 | 4.67/5 |
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is rated higher (4.83 vs 4.67).
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is better value at £25 vs £27.
For beginners: North British 1997 - 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
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£24.99 vs £27.07)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
North British 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£27.07 vs £24.99)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 1997 - 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 1997 - Single Grain Collection (Signatory)