Aberfeldy 22 Year Old (cask 500002) White Port Cask - Exceptional Cask Series vs Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Aberfeldy 22 Year Old (cask 500002) White Port Cask - Exceptional Cask SeriesHighland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryAberfeldyHighland Park
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%57.5%
Age22 yr24 yr
Price£250£209.95
Rating5.00/5

Aberfeldy 22 Year Old (cask 500002) White Port Cask - Exceptional Cask Series

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness73/100
Beginner40/100
Value24/100

Aberfeldy 22 Year Old (cask 500002) White Port Cask - Exceptional Cask Series

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £210 vs £250.

For beginners: Aberfeldy 22 Year Old (cask 500002) White Port Cask - Exceptional Cask Series is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Aberfeldy 22 Year Old (cask 500002) White Port Cask - Exceptional Cask Series

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£250 vs £209.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Aberfeldy?

Aberfeldy 22 Year Old (cask 500002) White Port Cask - Exceptional Cask Series 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 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Aberfeldy 22 Year Old (cask 500002) White Port Cask - Exceptional Cask Series

VanillaCooked FruitCitricToasted

Only Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokeySherriedOld Wood

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