GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 804970) - PX Hogshead vs Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 804970) - PX HogsheadHighland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryGlenAllachieHighland Park
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.7%57.5%
Age13 yr24 yr
Price£169£209.95
Rating5.00/5

GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 804970) - PX Hogshead

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness73/100
Beginner40/100
Value24/100

GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 804970) - PX Hogshead

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 804970) - PX Hogshead is better value at £169 vs £210.

For beginners: Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 804970) - PX Hogshead

Pros

  • +More affordable (£169 vs £209.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£209.95 vs £169)

Who should buy GlenAllachie?

GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 804970) - PX Hogshead 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 Highland?

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoney

Only GlenAllachie 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 804970) - PX Hogshead

ChocolateDried FruitToasted

Only Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokeyOld Wood

Explore more