Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky
Undisclosed Distillery
£900
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
| Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky | Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Undisclosed Distillery | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.1% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £900 | £999 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky is better value at £900 vs £999.
For beginners: Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£900 vs £999)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 vs £900)
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single 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 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
Only Islay Single Malt 1989 / 32 Year Old / Whisky Jury Single Whisky
Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013