Hibiki 21 Year Old vs Aultmore 38 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | Aultmore 38 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Aultmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.3% |
| Age | 21 yr | 38 yr |
| Price | £750 | £695.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Aultmore 38 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Aultmore 38 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 38 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £696 vs £750.
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
- −More expensive (£750 vs £695.95)
Aultmore 38 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£695.95 vs £750)
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 21 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 38 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Hibiki 21 Year Old
Only Aultmore 38 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)