Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
£235
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Lagavulin |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 57.7% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £235.15 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £235 vs £299.
For beginners: Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£235.15 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £235.15)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas 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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary 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 21 Year Old (cask 12134) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary