Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12546) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12546) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
£265
| Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12546) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Highland Park |
| Region | Island | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 48.3% |
| Age | 24 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £209.95 | £264.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12546) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12546) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £265.
For beginners: Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12546) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 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
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12546) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£264.99 vs £209.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Highland?
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12546) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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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