Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Highland Park
£1800
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Dalwhinnie
★ 4.20
£1395
| Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 47.2% |
| Age | NAS | 36 yr |
| Price | £1800 | £1395 |
| Rating | — | 4.20/5 |
Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old is better value at £1395 vs £1800.
For beginners: Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1800 vs £1395)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More affordable (£1395 vs £1800)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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.
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Dalwhinnie 36 Year Old