North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
North British
£202
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Overeem
★ 5.00
£259
| North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Overeem |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.9% | 60% |
| Age | 35 yr | NAS |
| Price | £202.38 | £259.1 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Quick verdict
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £202 vs £259.
For beginners: North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£202.38 vs £259.1)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£259.1 vs £202.38)
Who should buy North?
North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy Overeem?
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only North British 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17848) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)