Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) vs Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Banff
★ 5.00
£265
Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release)
Highland Park
£235
| Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Banff | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.8% | 46% |
| Age | 36 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £265.32 | £234.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release)
Quick verdict
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release) is better value at £235 vs £265.
For beginners: Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£265.32 vs £234.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£234.5 vs £265.32)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Banff?
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release) 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
Only Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Only Highland Park 21 Year Old (2023 Release)