Highland Park 25 Year Old (Spring 2019 Release) vs Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 25 Year Old (Spring 2019 Release)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£465
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
| Highland Park 25 Year Old (Spring 2019 Release) | 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 | 46% | 50.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £465 | £343.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 25 Year Old (Spring 2019 Release)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park 25 Year Old (Spring 2019 Release)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £344 vs £465.
For beginners: Highland Park 25 Year Old (Spring 2019 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 25 Year Old (Spring 2019 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −More expensive (£465 vs £343.95)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£343.95 vs £465)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 25 Year Old (Spring 2019 Release) 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 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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