Linkwood 1956 / 60 Year Old / Private Collection Ultra / Sherry Cask / G&M Speyside Whisky vs Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Linkwood 1956 / 60 Year Old / Private Collection Ultra / Sherry Cask / G&M Speyside Whisky
Linkwood
£23000
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
| Linkwood 1956 / 60 Year Old / Private Collection Ultra / Sherry Cask / G&M Speyside Whisky | Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Linkwood | Hibiki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 35 yr |
| Price | £23000 | £19500 |
| Rating | — | 4.67/5 |
Linkwood 1956 / 60 Year Old / Private Collection Ultra / Sherry Cask / G&M Speyside Whisky
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Linkwood 1956 / 60 Year Old / Private Collection Ultra / Sherry Cask / G&M Speyside Whisky
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Quick verdict
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is better value at £19500 vs £23000.
For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Linkwood 1956 / 60 Year Old / Private Collection Ultra / Sherry Cask / G&M Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£23000 vs £19500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£19500 vs £23000)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 1956 / 60 Year Old / Private Collection Ultra / Sherry Cask / G&M Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Linkwood 1956 / 60 Year Old / Private Collection Ultra / Sherry Cask / G&M Speyside Whisky
Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III