Highland Park 40 Year Old vs Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£2999
| Highland Park 40 Year Old | Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Lagavulin |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 56.5% |
| Age | 40 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £2995 | £2999 |
| Rating | 4.88/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).
Highland Park 40 Year Old is better value at £2995 vs £2999.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£2995 vs £2999)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2999 vs £2995)
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 40 Year Old 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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007) 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 40 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1985 (Special Release 2007)