Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Highland Park
£799
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 49.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £599 | £798.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is better value at £599 vs £799.
For beginners: Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£599 vs £798.95)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£798.95 vs £599)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
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