Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Bollinger
£1075
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
| Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne | Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bollinger | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.1% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £1075 | £999 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is better value at £999 vs £1075.
For beginners: Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1075 vs £999)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£999 vs £1075)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bollinger?
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne 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 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 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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