Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.2% | 46% |
| Age | 26 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £343.95 | £494.02 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £344 vs £494.
For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£343.95 vs £494.02)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 26 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£494.02 vs £343.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1