Tullibardine 25 Year Old vs Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£155
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Highland Park
£179
| Tullibardine 25 Year Old | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | Highland Park |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £155 | £179.23 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tullibardine 25 Year Old is better value at £155 vs £179.
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 £179.23)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.23 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 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 375) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)