Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Highland Park
£190
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Overeem
★ 5.00
£259
| Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Overeem |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 60% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £189.79 | £259.1 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Quick verdict
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is better value at £190 vs £259.
For beginners: Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£189.79 vs £259.1)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£259.1 vs £189.79)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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 Overeem?
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) 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
Only Highland Park 18 Year Old 1997 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)