Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition vs Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition
Old Perth
£178
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£228
| Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Old Perth | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.6% | 48.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £178 | £228.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition is better value at £178 vs £228.
For beginners: Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£178 vs £228.43)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£228.43 vs £178)
Who should buy Old?
Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) 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 Old Perth 21 Year Old Limited Edition
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)