North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Secret Distillery #2 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£103
Secret Distillery #2 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£149
| North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Secret Distillery #2 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 49.7% |
| Age | 37 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £103.47 | £148.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Secret Distillery #2 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Secret Distillery #2 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 vs £149.
For beginners: North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£103.47 vs £148.95)
- +Longer maturation (37 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
Secret Distillery #2 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£148.95 vs £103.47)
Who should buy North?
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Distillery #2 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Only Secret Distillery #2 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)