Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo
Highland Park
★ 4.56
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Lagavulin |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | 4.56/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.56).
Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo 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.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) 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
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Only Highland Park 16 Year Old - Twisted Tattoo
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)