Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Tormore
£226
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£299
| Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland | Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tormore | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 55% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £225.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Quick verdict
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland is better value at £226 vs £299.
For beginners: Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +More affordable (£225.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £225.95)
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland 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 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus 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
Both taste of
Only Tormore 23 Year Old 1999 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus