Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014)
Strathmill
★ 2.50
£268
| Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Strathmill |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.2% | 52.4% |
| Age | 26 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £343.95 | £267.61 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.50/5 |
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014)
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.50).
Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014) is better value at £268 vs £344.
For beginners: Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
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)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£343.95 vs £267.61)
Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +More affordable (£267.61 vs £343.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (2.5 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Strathmill?
Strathmill 25 Year Old 1988 (Special Release 2014) 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 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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