Brora 35 Year Old / 13th Release (2014) Highland Whisky vs Highland Park 40 Year Old

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

Brora 35 Year Old / 13th Release (2014) Highland WhiskyHighland Park 40 Year Old
DistilleryBroraHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.3%
AgeNAS40 yr
Price£3250£2995
Rating4.88/5

Brora 35 Year Old / 13th Release (2014) Highland Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 40 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value2/100

Brora 35 Year Old / 13th Release (2014) Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 40 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 40 Year Old is better value at £2995 vs £3250.

For beginners: Brora 35 Year Old / 13th Release (2014) Highland Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Brora 35 Year Old / 13th Release (2014) Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£3250 vs £2995)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Highland Park 40 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
  • +More affordable (£2995 vs £3250)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Brora?

Brora 35 Year Old / 13th Release (2014) Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Brora 35 Year Old / 13th Release (2014) Highland Whisky

SmokeyLeatheryOilyHay-like

Only Highland Park 40 Year Old

SherriedTobaccoDried Fruit

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