Highland Park 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9200) - Directors' Cut (Dounglas Laing) vs Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9200) - Directors' Cut (Dounglas Laing)
Highland Park
£144
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe
Spirit of Hven
★ 3.33
£96
| Highland Park 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9200) - Directors' Cut (Dounglas Laing) | Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Spirit of Hven |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.6% | 45% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £144.41 | £96.25 |
| Rating | — | 3.33/5 |
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9200) - Directors' Cut (Dounglas Laing)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9200) - Directors' Cut (Dounglas Laing)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe
Quick verdict
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe is rated higher (3.33 vs 0.00).
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe is better value at £96 vs £144.
For beginners: Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9200) - Directors' Cut (Dounglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£144.41 vs £96.25)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.3)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (3.3/5)
- +More affordable (£96.25 vs £144.41)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9200) - Directors' Cut (Dounglas Laing) 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 Spirit?
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 21 Year Old 1991 (cask 9200) - Directors' Cut (Dounglas Laing)
Only Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No.1 Dubhe