Highland Park 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 759) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 759) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Highland Park
£119
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Highland Park 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 759) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Clan Colla |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.8% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £119.18 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 759) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 759) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £119.
For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 759) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.18 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £119.18)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 759) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Clan?
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 25 Year Old 1988 (cask 759) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish