Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Highland Park 30 Year Old 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
Highland Park 30 Year Old 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli)
Highland Park
£748
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Highland Park 30 Year Old 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 40% |
| Age | 24 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £724.95 | £748.03 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park 30 Year Old 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park 30 Year Old 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £748.
For beginners: Highland Park 30 Year Old 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £748.03)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Highland Park 30 Year Old 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£748.03 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Highland Park 30 Year Old 1968 - Samaroli 30th Anniversary (Samaroli)