North British 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi) vs Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

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

North British 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi)Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
DistilleryNorth BritishOvereem
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandAustralia
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV47.5%60%
Age36 yrNAS
Price£210£259.1
Rating5.00/5

North British 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value19/100

North British 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

North British 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi) is better value at £210 vs £259.

For beginners: North British 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

North British 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£210 vs £259.1)

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 £210)

Who should buy North?

North British 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi) 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 36 Year Old 1987 (cask 235959) - (Adelphi)

Old WoodOilyNuttyYeastyMalt Extract

Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitLeatheryTobacco

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