Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Yamazaki Puncheon 2020
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | Yamazaki Puncheon 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Yamazaki |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 48% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £999 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Yamazaki Puncheon 2020
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Yamazaki Puncheon 2020
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki Puncheon 2020 is better value at £799 vs £999.
For beginners: Yamazaki Puncheon 2020 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 vs £799)
Yamazaki Puncheon 2020
Pros
- +More affordable (£799 vs £999)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Puncheon 2020 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
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Only Yamazaki Puncheon 2020