Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky vs Highland Park 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky
Ardbeg
£3200
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
| Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky | Highland Park 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.3% |
| Age | NAS | 40 yr |
| Price | £3200 | £2995 |
| Rating | — | 4.88/5 |
Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 40 Year Old is better value at £2995 vs £3200.
For beginners: Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£3200 vs £2995)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£2995 vs £3200)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay 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 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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