Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£264
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£228
| Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Highland Park |
| Region | Lowland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 48.5% |
| Age | 28 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £264.17 | £228.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 better value at £228 vs £264.
For beginners: Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£264.17 vs £228.43)
- −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
- +More affordable (£228.43 vs £264.17)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
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 Bladnoch 28 Year Old 1990 (batch 19/140) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)