Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bowmore
£1200
| Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Bowmore |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 45.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £999 | £1200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
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 £1200.
For beginners: Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 £1200)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £999)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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