Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris
Bunnahabhain
£799

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
| Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris | Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 48.1% |
| Age | 48 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £799 | £999 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris is better value at £799 vs £999.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£799 vs £999)
- +Longer maturation (48 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 vs £799)
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 42 Year Old 1978 (cask 7588) - Ferg & Harris suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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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