Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl) vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Hibiki
★ 4.40
£499
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl) | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £499 | £599.95 |
| Rating | 4.40/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl) is better value at £499 vs £600.
For beginners: Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (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 Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange