Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Bollinger
£1075
| Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Bollinger |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.1% | 40% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £999 | £1075 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
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 £1075.
For beginners: Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne is more approachable (70/100 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 £1075)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1075 vs £999)
- −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 Bollinger?
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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