Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£210
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | 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 | 57.5% | 57.7% |
| Age | 24 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £209.95 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Quick verdict
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £210 vs £299.
For beginners: Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£209.95 vs £299)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £209.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 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
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Only Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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