Hibiki 21 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 5743) - Skene Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Hibiki
★ 5.00
£750
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 5743) - Skene Whisky
Bunnahabhain
£1000
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 5743) - Skene Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £750 | £999.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 5743) - Skene Whisky
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 5743) - Skene Whisky
Quick verdict
Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 21 Year Old is better value at £750 vs £1000.
For beginners: Hibiki 21 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 5743) - Skene Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999.95 vs £750)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 5743) - Skene Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Hibiki 21 Year Old
Only Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1989 (cask 5743) - Skene Whisky