Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky 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.
Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky
Aberfeldy
£199
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£228
| Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberfeldy | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.5% |
| Age | NAS | 28 yr |
| Price | £199 | £228.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky
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).
Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky is better value at £199 vs £228.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£228.43 vs £199)
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky 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 Aberfeldy 1991 / 29 Year Old / The Artful Dodger Highland Whisky
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)