Tullibardine 25 Year Old vs Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£155
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Highland Park
£140
| Tullibardine 25 Year Old | Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | Highland Park |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.9% |
| Age | 25 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £155 | £139.73 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £140 vs £155.
For beginners: Tullibardine 25 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£155 vs £139.73)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£139.73 vs £155)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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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Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Only Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 572) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)