Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus vs Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£299
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Tomatin
£380
| Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus | Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Tomatin |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 43.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 42 yr |
| Price | £299 | £379.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Quick verdict
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus is better value at £299 vs £380.
For beginners: Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £379.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Longer maturation (42 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£379.95 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Only Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Where to buy
Highland Park 12 Year Old - Saint Magnus
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 42 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange