Bowmore 33 Year Old 1988 - Timeless Series vs Highland Park 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 33 Year Old 1988 - Timeless Series
Bowmore
£2200
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
| Bowmore 33 Year Old 1988 - Timeless Series | Highland Park 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.5% | 48.3% |
| Age | 33 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £2200 | £2995 |
| Rating | — | 4.88/5 |
Bowmore 33 Year Old 1988 - Timeless Series
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Bowmore 33 Year Old 1988 - Timeless Series
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 33 Year Old 1988 - Timeless Series is better value at £2200 vs £2995.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 33 Year Old 1988 - Timeless Series
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£2200 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)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 33 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£2995 vs £2200)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 33 Year Old 1988 - Timeless Series suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
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