Highland Park 40 Year Old vs Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year
Courvoisier
£2950
| Highland Park 40 Year Old | Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Courvoisier |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.3% | 40% |
| Age | 40 yr | NAS |
| Price | £2995 | £2950 |
| Rating | 4.88/5 | — |
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year is better value at £2950 vs £2995.
For beginners: Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year 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 £2950)
Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£2950 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 Courvoisier?
Courvoisier L'Essence Year of the Dragon 2024 / Lunar New Year 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
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