Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) vs Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

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

Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
DistilleryHighland ParkMiyagikyo
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV49.1%45%
Age33 yr15 yr
Price£798.95£699
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value7/100

Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £799.

For beginners: Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (33 vs 15 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£798.95 vs £699)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £798.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Who should buy Miyagikyo?

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoLeathery

Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt Extract

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