North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
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
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North of Scotland | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 48% |
| Age | 37 yr | NAS |
| Price | £103.47 | £64.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £103.
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
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£103.47 vs £64.9)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £103.47)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only North of Scotland 37 Year Old 1972 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish