Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 580) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray) vs Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 580) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Highland Park
£133
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Tullamore D.E.W.
★ 5.00
£96
| Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 580) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray) | Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Tullamore D.E.W. |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.2% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £132.73 | £96 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 580) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 580) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Quick verdict
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is better value at £96 vs £133.
For beginners: Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 580) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£132.73 vs £96)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£96 vs £132.73)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 580) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray) 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 Tullamore?
Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 580) - Cask Collection (A. D. Rattray)
Only Tullamore Dew Ceramic Jug - 1970s