Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2024 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.

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2024Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryPiccadily AgroHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryIndiaScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.5%48.5%
AgeNAS28 yr
Price£164.95£228.43
Rating5.00/5

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2024

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner45/100
Value22/100

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2024

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2024 is better value at £165 vs £228.

For beginners: Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2024

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£164.95 vs £228.43)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£228.43 vs £164.95)

Who should buy Indri?

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2024 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

Smokey

Only Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2024

SherriedDried FruitOily

Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)

HoneyToastedOld WoodLeathery

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