Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Aberlour
£400
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£299
| Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.3% | 55% |
| Age | 35 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Quick verdict
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is better value at £299 vs £400.
For beginners: Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Where to buy
Aberlour 35 Year Old 1990 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange