Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release) vs Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Arran
★ 5.00
£250
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
| Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release) | Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Highland Park |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.2% |
| Age | 21 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £250 | £343.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release) is better value at £250 vs £344.
For beginners: Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£250 vs £343.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£343.95 vs £250)
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release) 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 Highland?
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Both taste of
Only Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Only Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)