Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky vs Highland Park 40 Year Old

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

Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay WhiskyHighland Park 40 Year Old
DistilleryArdbegHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.3%
AgeNAS40 yr
Price£3200£2995
Rating4.88/5

Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 40 Year Old

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

Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay 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 £3200.

For beginners: Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£3200 vs £2995)
  • 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 affordable (£2995 vs £3200)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay 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

Dried Fruit

Only Ardbeg 1991 / Over 30 Year Old / Artist #13 / Spirits Shop Selection for LMDW Islay Whisky

SmokeyToastedLeafyCitric

Only Highland Park 40 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedTobacco

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