Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Highland Park 40 Year Old

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

Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch WhiskyHighland Park 40 Year Old
DistilleryHighland ParkHighland Park
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.3%
AgeNAS40 yr
Price£2750£2995
Rating4.88/5

Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Highland Park 40 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value2/100

Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Highland Park 40 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).

Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £2750 vs £2995.

For beginners: Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£2750 vs £2995)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)

Highland Park 40 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£2995 vs £2750)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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 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

Both taste of

SherriedOld Wood

Only Highland Park 1960 / 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokeyToastedHoney

Only Highland Park 40 Year Old

TobaccoDried Fruit

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