Brora 35 Year Old 1977 (Special Release 2013) vs Highland Park 40 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Brora 35 Year Old 1977 (Special Release 2013)
Brora
★ 5.00
£2999
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
| Brora 35 Year Old 1977 (Special Release 2013) | Highland Park 40 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brora | Highland Park |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.9% | 48.3% |
| Age | 35 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £2999 | £2995 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.88/5 |
Brora 35 Year Old 1977 (Special Release 2013)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Brora 35 Year Old 1977 (Special Release 2013)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Quick verdict
Brora 35 Year Old 1977 (Special Release 2013) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).
Highland Park 40 Year Old is better value at £2995 vs £2999.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Brora 35 Year Old 1977 (Special Release 2013)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£2999 vs £2995)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£2995 vs £2999)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 35 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Brora?
Brora 35 Year Old 1977 (Special Release 2013) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
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