The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release vs Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
The Macallan
£29499
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
| The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release | Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Hibiki |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.5% | 43% |
| Age | 40 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £29499 | £19500 |
| Rating | — | 4.67/5 |
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
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 £29499.
For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 35 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£29499 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 £29499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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Only The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
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