Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10435) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10435) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
£198
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Eagle Rare
★ 5.00
£150
| Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10435) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Eagle Rare |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.3% | 50.5% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £197.79 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10435) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10435) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £150 vs £198.
For beginners: Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10435) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£197.79 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £197.79)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1989 (cask 10435) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Eagle?
Eagle Rare 17 Year Old (2022 Release) 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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