Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
£249
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Teaninich |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 65% |
| Age | 21 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £249.49 | £344.14 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £249 vs £344.
For beginners: Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£249.49 vs £344.14)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £249.49)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts 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
Only Highland Park 21 Year Old 1996 (cask 12204) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts