North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
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
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
Glenturret
£106
| North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | Glenturret |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 55% |
| Age | 37 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £103.47 | £105.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
Quick verdict
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £103 vs £106.
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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£103.47 vs £105.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£105.95 vs £103.47)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 The?
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) 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
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Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
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