North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
North British
★ 5.00
£32
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£44
| North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.9% | 46% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £31.95 | £43.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £32 vs £44.
For beginners: North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£31.95 vs £43.9)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 vs £31.95)
Who should buy North?
North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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 Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only North British 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 5943449) - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)