Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks) vs Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Highland Park
£405
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
| Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks) | Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Highland Park |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 50.2% |
| Age | 23 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £405.44 | £343.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £344 vs £405.
For beginners: Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£405.44 vs £343.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£343.95 vs £405.44)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 23 Year Old 1998 Edition No.1 (Decadent Drinks) 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 Highland?
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
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