Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky
DistilleryHighland ParkLongmorn
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV57.5%40%
Age24 yrNAS
Price£209.95£165
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness73/100
Beginner40/100
Value24/100

Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky is better value at £165 vs £210.

For beginners: Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£209.95 vs £165)

Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£165 vs £209.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Longmorn?

Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Highland Park 24 Year Old 1990 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokeyHoneyOld Wood

Only Longmorn 1997 / 22 Year Old / Cask #159502 / Distillery Reserve Collection Speyside Whisky

Cooked FruitDried FruitNuttyVanilla

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