Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
★ 5.00
£800
| Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Drinks by the Dram |
| Region | Island | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.1% | 46.9% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £999 | £799.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Quick verdict
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is better value at £800 vs £999.
For beginners: Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 vs £799.95)
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£799.95 vs £999)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Old?
Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Only Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)