Highland Park 12 Year Old vs Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Highland Park 12 Year Old | Lagavulin 16 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Lagavulin |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £38.95 | £76.95 |
| Rating | 4.04/5 | 4.44/5 |
Highland Park 12 Year Old
Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Highland Park 12 Year Old
Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 16 Year Old is rated higher (4.44 vs 4.04).
Highland Park 12 Year Old is better value at £39 vs £77.
For beginners: Lagavulin 16 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£38.95 vs £76.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 4.4)
Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.4/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£76.95 vs £38.95)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 12 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 16 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 12 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Where to buy
Highland Park 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 16 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange