Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£210
Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Macallan
£225
| Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Macallan |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.5% | 40% |
| Age | 24 yr | NAS |
| Price | £209.95 | £225 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £210 vs £225.
For beginners: Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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
Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£225 vs £209.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Macallan?
Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Macallan 2005 / 18 Year Old / Cask #6864 / Speymalt / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky