Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi) vs Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Cragganmore
£286
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
| Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi) | Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.5% | 50.2% |
| Age | 30 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £285.83 | £343.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi) is better value at £286 vs £344.
For beginners: Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£285.83 vs £343.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£343.95 vs £285.83)
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi) 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 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Both taste of
Only Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 1491) (Adelphi)
Only Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)