Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) vs Yamazaki 1984
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Highland Park
£799

Yamazaki 1984
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£900
| Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) | Yamazaki 1984 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Yamazaki |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 48% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £798.95 | £899.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Yamazaki 1984
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Yamazaki 1984
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) is better value at £799 vs £900.
For beginners: Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 3004) (Limited)
Pros
- +More affordable (£798.95 vs £899.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki 1984
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£899.95 vs £798.95)
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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 1984 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
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