Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release)
Highland Park
£547
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
| Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release) | Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Laphroaig |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.9% |
| Age | 25 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £547.48 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £547.
For beginners: Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£547.48 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £547.48)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release) 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 25 Year Old (2022 Release)
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)