Highland Park 40 Year Old vs Yamazaki Mizunara 2012
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Highland Park 40 Year Old | Yamazaki Mizunara 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Yamazaki |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 48% |
| Age | 40 yr | NAS |
| Price | £2995 | £3500 |
| Rating | 4.88/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Yamazaki Mizunara 2012
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Yamazaki Mizunara 2012
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 2012 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).
Highland Park 40 Year Old is better value at £2995 vs £3500.
For beginners: Yamazaki Mizunara 2012 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£2995 vs £3500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki Mizunara 2012
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£3500 vs £2995)
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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Mizunara 2012 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Highland Park 40 Year Old
Only Yamazaki Mizunara 2012