Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus vs Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£299
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
| Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus | Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Dalwhinnie |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 48.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £299 | £331.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is better value at £299 vs £331.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £331.43)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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