Midleton 1995 (cask 1047) - Single Cask vs Hibiki 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Midleton 1995 (cask 1047) - Single Cask | Hibiki 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Hibiki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Japan |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Blended |
| ABV | 52.7% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £899 | £750 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Midleton 1995 (cask 1047) - Single Cask
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Midleton 1995 (cask 1047) - Single Cask
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 21 Year Old is better value at £750 vs £899.
For beginners: Hibiki 21 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Midleton 1995 (cask 1047) - Single Cask
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£899 vs £750)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton 1995 (cask 1047) - Single Cask 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.
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 21 Year Old 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
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