Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) vs The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Highland Park
£170
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
| Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) | The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | GlenDronach |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 53.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £169.95 | £210 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) is better value at £170 vs £210.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£169.95 vs £210)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£210 vs £169.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 The?
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)