Meikle Tòir The Sherry One vs North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
GlenAllachie
★ 5.00
£43
North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (Signatory)
North British
★ 5.00
£32
| Meikle Tòir The Sherry One | North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | North British |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 5 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £43 | £31.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (Signatory)
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (Signatory)
Quick verdict
North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (Signatory) is better value at £32 vs £43.
For beginners: North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43 vs £31.95)
North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £43)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Meikle?
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy North?
North British 14 Year Old 2009 (casks 260317, 260342, 260346 & 260347) (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
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