Craigellachie 17 Year Old vs Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Craigellachie
★ 4.70
£115
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Highland Park
£185
| Craigellachie 17 Year Old | Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £114.95 | £184.95 |
| Rating | 4.70/5 | — |
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 17 Year Old is rated higher (4.70 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 17 Year Old is better value at £115 vs £185.
For beginners: Craigellachie 17 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£114.95 vs £184.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£184.95 vs £114.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 17 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Only Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory