Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Bunnahabhain
£1500
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
| Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary | Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.9% | 48.1% |
| Age | 35 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £999 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
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 £1500.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 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 £1500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
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