Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) vs Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)
Lagavulin
★ 4.00
£250
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£210
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) | Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.4% | 57.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £250 | £209.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £210 vs £250.
For beginners: Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £209.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014) 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.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2014)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange