Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) vs The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)The Scalasaig Island Hopper
DistilleryHighland ParkThe Scalasaig
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46.5%
Age17 yrNAS
Price£37.95£48.25
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Smoke68/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner50/100
Value100/100

Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Scalasaig Island Hopper is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £38 vs £48.

For beginners: Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £48.25)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The Scalasaig Island Hopper

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.25 vs £37.95)

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Who should buy The?

The Scalasaig Island Hopper suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyDried Fruit

Only Highland Park 17 Year Old - Duthies (WM Cadenhead)

Old WoodToasted

Only The Scalasaig Island Hopper

SherriedOilyMedicinal

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