Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tobermory
£174
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£228
| Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Highland Park |
| Region | Island | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 48.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £173.95 | £228.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £174 vs £228.
For beginners: Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£173.95 vs £228.43)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£228.43 vs £173.95)
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Highland?
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Tobermory 21 Year Old 1996 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)