Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Midleton Very Rare 2025
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
Midleton Very Rare 2025
Midleton
£200
| Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Midleton Very Rare 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Midleton |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.5% | 40% |
| Age | 24 yr | NAS |
| Price | £209.95 | £199.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Midleton Very Rare 2025
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Midleton Very Rare 2025
Quick verdict
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Midleton Very Rare 2025 is better value at £200 vs £210.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2025 is more approachable (85/100 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
- −More expensive (£209.95 vs £199.99)
Midleton Very Rare 2025
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199.99 vs £209.95)
Cons
- −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 Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2025 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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