Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
DistilleryHighland ParkSamuel Gulliver & Co
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV62.7%47%
Age13 yr10 yr
Price£150£92.95
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £150.

For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (62.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150 vs £92.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£92.95 vs £150)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 Gulliver’s?

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyToasted

Only Highland Park 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 4.354) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)

HoneyMalt ExtractOld Wood

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Cooked Fruit

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