North British 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

North British 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky)Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
DistilleryNorth BritishWemyss Malts
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeGrainBlended Malt
ABV40.1%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£33.7£43.9
Rating5.00/5

North British 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

North British 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

North British 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky) is better value at £34 vs £44.

For beginners: North British 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

North British 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£33.7 vs £43.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£43.9 vs £33.7)

Who should buy North?

North British 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 2007 (Bottled 2014) - The Ten #00 (La Maison du Whisky)

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh FruitHoneyCitric

Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

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