Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) 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.
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Glen Grant
£180
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£228
| Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) | Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.1% | 48.5% |
| Age | 22 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £228.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) is better value at £180 vs £228.
For beginners: Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£179.95 vs £228.43)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£228.43 vs £179.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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