Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Singleton of Dufftown 25 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Singleton of Dufftown 25 Year Old
DistilleryHighland ParkDufftown
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.2%43%
Age26 yr25 yr
Price£343.95£360.95
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

Singleton of Dufftown 25 Year Old

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Singleton of Dufftown 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £344 vs £361.

For beginners: Singleton of Dufftown 25 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£343.95 vs £360.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water

Singleton of Dufftown 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£360.95 vs £343.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Singleton?

Singleton of Dufftown 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyOld WoodToasted

Only Singleton of Dufftown 25 Year Old

MedicinalLeatheryOily

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