Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs The Dalmore 16 Year Old Luminary No. 2 - 2024 Edition (No Presentation Box)

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

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)The Dalmore 16 Year Old Luminary No. 2 - 2024 Edition (No Presentation Box)
DistilleryHighland ParkDalmore
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.2%48.6%
Age26 yr16 yr
Price£343.95£350
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

The Dalmore 16 Year Old Luminary No. 2 - 2024 Edition (No Presentation Box)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Dalmore 16 Year Old Luminary No. 2 - 2024 Edition (No Presentation Box)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £344 vs £350.

For beginners: The Dalmore 16 Year Old Luminary No. 2 - 2024 Edition (No Presentation Box) is more approachable (70/100 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 £350)

Cons

  • High ABV (50.2%) — may need water

The Dalmore 16 Year Old Luminary No. 2 - 2024 Edition (No Presentation Box)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£350 vs £343.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 The?

The Dalmore 16 Year Old Luminary No. 2 - 2024 Edition (No Presentation Box) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOld Wood

Only The Dalmore 16 Year Old Luminary No. 2 - 2024 Edition (No Presentation Box)

SherriedVanillaCitric

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