Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Highland Park
£101
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor) | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.4% | 48% |
| Age | 22 yr | NAS |
| Price | £100.55 | £64.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £101.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£100.55 vs £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £100.55)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor) 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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 22 Year Old Runrig 2009 Dram of Destiny (Duncan Taylor)
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish