Highland Park 40 Year Old vs Convalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Highland Park 40 Year OldConvalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryHighland ParkConvalmore
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.3%40%
Age40 yrNAS
Price£2995£2750
Rating4.88/5

Highland Park 40 Year Old

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

Convalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 40 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Convalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Convalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £2750 vs £2995.

For beginners: Convalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

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 £2750)

Convalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£2750 vs £2995)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)

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.

Who should buy Convalmore?

Convalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodSherriedDried Fruit

Only Highland Park 40 Year Old

Tobacco

Only Convalmore 1977 / 36 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Honey

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