Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) vs Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
Caol Ila
£150
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£210
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) | Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 64% | 57.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £150 | £209.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) is better value at £150 vs £210.
For beginners: Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£150 vs £209.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (64%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£209.95 vs £150)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) 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 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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Only Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
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