Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 vs Highland Park 25 Year Old (2023 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019Highland Park 25 Year Old (2023 Release)
DistilleryHighland ParkHighland Park
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45.7%46%
Age25 yr25 yr
Price£799£580
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value6/100

Highland Park 25 Year Old (2023 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 25 Year Old (2023 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 25 Year Old (2023 Release) is better value at £580 vs £799.

For beginners: Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£799 vs £580)

Highland Park 25 Year Old (2023 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£580 vs £799)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 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.

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 25 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

Both taste of

SherriedHoneyDried FruitSmokey

Only Highland Park 25 Year Old (2023 Release)

Old Wood

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