Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Highland Park 40 Year Old

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

Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch WhiskyHighland Park 40 Year Old
DistilleryBowmoreHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.3%
AgeNAS40 yr
Price£2350£2995
Rating4.88/5

Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 40 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value2/100

Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 40 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).

Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £2350 vs £2995.

For beginners: Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£2350 vs £2995)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£2995 vs £2350)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch 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

Only Bowmore 30 Year Old / 2022 Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyCooked FruitHoneyFresh FruitToasted

Only Highland Park 40 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedTobaccoDried Fruit

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