Bowmore 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 3.244) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 3.244) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Bowmore
£399
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£299
| Bowmore 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 3.244) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.8% | 55% |
| Age | 19 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 3.244) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Bowmore 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 3.244) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Quick verdict
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 3.244) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 3.244) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus 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
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Where to buy
Bowmore 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 3.244) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange