Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Teeling Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt
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
Teeling Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt
Teeling
★ 4.80
£399
| Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Teeling Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.2% | 46% |
| Age | 26 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £343.95 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.80/5 |
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teeling Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Teeling Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.80).
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £344 vs £399.
For beginners: Teeling Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt is more approachable (75/100 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)
- +More affordable (£343.95 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
Teeling Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £343.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 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 Teeling?
Teeling Silver Reserve 21 Year Old Single Malt is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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