Chartreuse Yellow Liqueur / Voiron / Bot.1964-1966 / 'Le Cabochon' vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

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

Chartreuse Yellow Liqueur / Voiron / Bot.1964-1966 / 'Le Cabochon'Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
DistilleryChartreuseHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.1%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£1200£999
Rating5.00/5

Chartreuse Yellow Liqueur / Voiron / Bot.1964-1966 / 'Le Cabochon'

Smoke0/100
Sweetness85/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

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

Chartreuse Yellow Liqueur / Voiron / Bot.1964-1966 / 'Le Cabochon'

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: Chartreuse Yellow Liqueur / Voiron / Bot.1964-1966 / 'Le Cabochon' is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Chartreuse Yellow Liqueur / Voiron / Bot.1964-1966 / 'Le Cabochon'

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£1200 vs £999)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Chartreuse?

Chartreuse Yellow Liqueur / Voiron / Bot.1964-1966 / 'Le Cabochon' is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Honey

Only Chartreuse Yellow Liqueur / Voiron / Bot.1964-1966 / 'Le Cabochon'

Yeasty

Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

SmokeyDried FruitToastedOld Wood

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