Highland Park 40 Year Old vs Yamazaki Mizunara 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Highland Park 40 Year Old | Yamazaki Mizunara 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Yamazaki |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 48% |
| Age | 40 yr | NAS |
| Price | £2995 | £2995 |
| Rating | 4.88/5 | 5.00/5 |
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013
Quick verdict
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.88).
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013 is better value at £2995 vs £2995.
For beginners: Highland Park 40 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 40 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
Yamazaki Mizunara 2013
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 2013 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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Only Highland Park 40 Year Old
Only Yamazaki Mizunara 2013