Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak
Tasmania Distillery
★ 1.00
£995
| Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Tasmania Distillery |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 47.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £999 | £995 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 1.00/5 |
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak is better value at £995 vs £999.
For beginners: Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak is more approachable (55/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 vs £995)
Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak
Pros
- +More affordable (£995 vs £999)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (1.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Sullivans?
Sullivans Cove 17 Year Old American Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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