Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli vs Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
Glen Grant
£463
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
| Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli | Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 50.2% |
| Age | 40 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £462.74 | £343.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
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).
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £344 vs £463.
For beginners: Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 26 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£462.74 vs £343.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 affordable (£343.95 vs £462.74)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 40 Year Old 1973 (cask 6588) - 2nd Release - Samaroli suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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
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