Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Bruichladdich 32 Year Old / Legacy 4 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013Bruichladdich 32 Year Old / Legacy 4 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryHighland ParkBruichladdich
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.1%40%
Age30 yrNAS
Price£999£1200
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value5/100

Bruichladdich 32 Year Old / Legacy 4 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bruichladdich 32 Year Old / Legacy 4 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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: Bruichladdich 32 Year Old / Legacy 4 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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

Bruichladdich 32 Year Old / Legacy 4 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich 32 Year Old / Legacy 4 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyDried FruitOld Wood

Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

HoneyToasted

Only Bruichladdich 32 Year Old / Legacy 4 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

LeatheryVanilla

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