Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 vs Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£799
Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky
Lochside
£1000
| Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 | Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Lochside |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 45.7% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £799 | £1000 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 is better value at £799 vs £1000.
For beginners: Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£1000 vs £799)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 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 Lochside?
Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Only Lochside 1966 / Bot.1980s / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky