Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon vs Highland Park 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon
Michter's Distillery
£2600
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
| Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon | Highland Park 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Michter's Distillery | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 48.3% |
| Age | 20 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £2599.95 | £2995 |
| Rating | — | 4.88/5 |
Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon is better value at £2600 vs £2995.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon
Pros
- +More affordable (£2599.95 vs £2995)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 20 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£2995 vs £2599.95)
Who should buy Michter’s?
Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon 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 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Michter’s 20 Year Old Bourbon
Only Highland Park 40 Year Old