Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) vs Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£228
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Mortlach
£305
| Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) | Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Mortlach |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 50.2% |
| Age | 28 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £228.43 | £305 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Quick verdict
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is better value at £228 vs £305.
For beginners: Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£228.43 vs £305)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£305 vs £228.43)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice 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
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)
Only Mortlach 20 Year Old 1997 (cask 2977) - Mackillop's Choice