Royal Brackla 21 Year Old vs Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Highland Park
£199
| Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brackla | Highland Park |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £219.99 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £199 vs £220.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£199 vs £219.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 4.241) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)