Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory vs Redbreast 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Highland Park
£185
Redbreast 21 Year Old
Redbreast
★ 4.55
£248
| Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory | Redbreast 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Redbreast |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 19 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £184.95 | £248 |
| Rating | — | 4.55/5 |
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Redbreast 21 Year Old
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Redbreast 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Redbreast 21 Year Old is rated higher (4.55 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory is better value at £185 vs £248.
For beginners: Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£184.95 vs £248)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
Redbreast 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£248 vs £184.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Redbreast?
Redbreast 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 19 Year Old 1987 (cask 1536) - Signatory
Only Redbreast 21 Year Old