Highland Park 40 Year Old vs Rosebank 21 Year Old - The Roses Edition #3 'Jealousy'
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
Rosebank 21 Year Old - The Roses Edition #3 'Jealousy'
Rosebank
£2999
| Highland Park 40 Year Old | Rosebank 21 Year Old - The Roses Edition #3 'Jealousy' | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Rosebank |
| Region | Island | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 52.5% |
| Age | 40 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £2995 | £2999 |
| Rating | 4.88/5 | — |
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Rosebank 21 Year Old - The Roses Edition #3 'Jealousy'
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Rosebank 21 Year Old - The Roses Edition #3 'Jealousy'
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 40 Year Old is better value at £2995 vs £2999.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£2995 vs £2999)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Rosebank 21 Year Old - The Roses Edition #3 'Jealousy'
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2999 vs £2995)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 40 Year Old 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 Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old - The Roses Edition #3 'Jealousy' 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 Highland Park 40 Year Old
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old - The Roses Edition #3 'Jealousy'