Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Highland Park
£405
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £405.44 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £405.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£405.44 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£350 vs £405.44)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks) 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 Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna