Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage
Port Ellen
£799
| Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Port Ellen |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £999 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage is better value at £799 vs £999.
For beginners: Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage 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 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 vs £799)
Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£799 vs £999)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Port?
Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Only Port Ellen 14 Year Old 1983 (casks 266 & 690) - Signatory Vintage