Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges vs Highland Park 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges
Hanyu
£2250
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
| Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges | Highland Park 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hanyu | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.4% | 48.3% |
| Age | 22 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £2250 | £2995 |
| Rating | — | 4.88/5 |
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges is better value at £2250 vs £2995.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges
Pros
- +More affordable (£2250 vs £2995)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 22 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£2995 vs £2250)
Who should buy Hanyu?
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges 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 40 Year Old 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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