Benriach The Forty vs Highland Park 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Benriach The Forty | Highland Park 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Highland Park |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.5% | 48.3% |
| Age | 40 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £2748.5 | £2995 |
| Rating | — | 4.88/5 |
Benriach The Forty
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Benriach The Forty
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Benriach The Forty is better value at £2749 vs £2995.
For beginners: Benriach The Forty is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Benriach The Forty
Pros
- +More affordable (£2748.5 vs £2995)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2995 vs £2748.5)
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach The Forty suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 40 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Benriach The Forty
Only Highland Park 40 Year Old