Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature vs Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Dewar's
★ 5.00
£202
Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling)
Highland Park
£150
| Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature | Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dewar's | Highland Park |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £201.99 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling)
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling)
Quick verdict
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling) is better value at £150 vs £202.
For beginners: Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£201.99 vs £150)
Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£150 vs £201.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Dewar's?
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling) 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
Only Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old (Antique Bottling)