Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release) 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.
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Arran
★ 5.00
£250
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£228
| Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release) | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Highland Park |
| Region | Island | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £250 | £228.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
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 better value at £228 vs £250.
For beginners: Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £228.43)
- −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
- +More affordable (£228.43 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 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 Arran 21 Year Old (Inaugural 2018 Release)
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)