Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
| Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Caol Ila |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 57.4% |
| Age | 24 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £209.95 | £139.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £140 vs £210.
For beginners: Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 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
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£209.95 vs £139.95)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£139.95 vs £209.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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Only Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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