Brora 1982 / Bot.2008 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

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

Brora 1982 / Bot.2008 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland WhiskyHighland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
DistilleryBroraHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.1%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£1200£999
Rating5.00/5

Brora 1982 / Bot.2008 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value5/100

Brora 1982 / Bot.2008 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is better value at £999 vs £1200.

For beginners: Brora 1982 / Bot.2008 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Brora 1982 / Bot.2008 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£1200 vs £999)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£999 vs £1200)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Brora?

Brora 1982 / Bot.2008 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyOld Wood

Only Brora 1982 / Bot.2008 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

SherriedLeatheryTobacco

Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

HoneyDried FruitToasted

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