Hibiki 21 Year Old vs The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | The Macallan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 45.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £750 | £761.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Hibiki 21 Year Old
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Hibiki 21 Year Old
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Quick verdict
Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 21 Year Old is better value at £750 vs £762.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£761.95 vs £750)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 The?
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva 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
Both taste of
Only Hibiki 21 Year Old
Only The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Where to buy
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 12 Year Old Gran Reserva
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange