Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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.
Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£195
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£228
| Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.3% | 48.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £195.36 | £228.43 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) is better value at £195 vs £228.
For beginners: Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£195.36 vs £228.43)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 28 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£228.43 vs £195.36)
Who should buy Greenkeeper's?
Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon) 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 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 Greenkeeper's Gloves 1988 (bottled 2019) - Wemyss Malts (Invergordon)
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)