Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl) vs Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Hibiki
★ 4.40
£499
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
| Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl) | Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57% |
| Age | 12 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £499 | £383.95 |
| Rating | 4.40/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Hibiki 12 Year Old (50cl)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.40).
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £384 vs £499.
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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £383.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£383.95 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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