Tullibardine 25 Year Old vs Highland Park 21 Year Old (2022 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Tullibardine 25 Year OldHighland Park 21 Year Old (2022 Release)
DistilleryTullibardineHighland Park
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%46%
Age25 yr21 yr
Price£155£249.95
Rating5.00/5

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value32/100

Highland Park 21 Year Old (2022 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 21 Year Old (2022 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is better value at £155 vs £250.

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)
  • +More affordable (£155 vs £249.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 21 Year Old (2022 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 vs £155)
  • 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 21 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

Both taste of

Honey

Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedNutty

Only Highland Park 21 Year Old (2022 Release)

SherriedDried FruitSmokey

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