Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release)Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryHighland ParkLaphroaig
RegionIslandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45.4%46.6%
Age30 yr32 yr
Price£1208.95£1500
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release) is better value at £1209 vs £1500.

For beginners: Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£1208.95 vs £1500)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 30 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1208.95)

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release) 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 Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) 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

SmokeyOld WoodSherried

Only Highland Park 30 Year Old (2024 Release)

ToastedHoney

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Dried FruitLeathery

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