Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Glenmorangie
★ 4.32
£799
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
| Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century | Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Highland Park |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £799 | £999 |
| Rating | 4.32/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.32).
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century is better value at £799 vs £999.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£799 vs £999)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 vs £799)
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century 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 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
Only Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013