Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi) vs WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi)
Highland Park
£98
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£124
| Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi) | WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | WhistlePig |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 47.9% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £97.96 | £124 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi) is better value at £98 vs £124.
For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£97.96 vs £124)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£124 vs £97.96)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi) 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 WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 10518) (Adelphi)
Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World