Hakushu 18 Year Old vs Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Hakushu
★ 4.38
£621
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection
Bushmills
£999
| Hakushu 18 Year Old | Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hakushu | Bushmills |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 53.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £620.5 | £999 |
| Rating | 4.38/5 | — |
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection
Quick verdict
Hakushu 18 Year Old is rated higher (4.38 vs 0.00).
Hakushu 18 Year Old is better value at £621 vs £999.
For beginners: Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.4/5)
- +More affordable (£620.5 vs £999)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£999 vs £620.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.4)
Who should buy Hakushu?
Hakushu 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection 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.
Tasting notes
Only Hakushu 18 Year Old
Only Bushmills 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 6095) Port Cask - The Causeway Collection