Henstone Single Malt Whisky vs Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

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

Henstone Single Malt WhiskyHighland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)
DistilleryHenstoneHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43.8%55.4%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£52.24£68.95
Rating4.91/55.00/5

Henstone Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value94/100

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner30/100
Value73/100

Henstone Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.91).

Henstone Single Malt Whisky is better value at £52 vs £69.

For beginners: Henstone Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Henstone Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£52.24 vs £68.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£68.95 vs £52.24)

Who should buy Henstone?

Henstone Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi) 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.

Tasting notes

Only Henstone Single Malt Whisky

Fresh FruitNuttyVanillaNew Wood

Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 1995 (Adelphi)

SmokeySherriedHoneyToastedMedicinal

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