Glenfiddich Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

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

Glenfiddich Grand Yozakura 29 Year OldHighland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
DistilleryGlenfiddichHighland Park
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV45.1%48.1%
Age29 yr30 yr
Price£1500£999
Rating5.00/5

Glenfiddich Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value5/100

Glenfiddich Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £1500.

For beginners: Glenfiddich Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glenfiddich Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 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 £1500)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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

Both taste of

Old WoodHoneyDried FruitToasted

Only Glenfiddich Grand Yozakura 29 Year Old

Sherried

Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013

Smokey

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