Highland Park 40 Year Old vs Port Ellen 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Highland Park
★ 4.88
£2995
Port Ellen 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
£3000
| Highland Park 40 Year Old | Port Ellen 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Port Ellen |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 48.3% |
| Age | 40 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £2995 | £2999.95 |
| Rating | 4.88/5 | — |
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Port Ellen 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Port Ellen 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Highland Park 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.88 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 40 Year Old is better value at £2995 vs £3000.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£2995 vs £2999.95)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 35 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£2999.95 vs £2995)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
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.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Both taste of
Only Highland Park 40 Year Old
Only Port Ellen 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)