Hibiki 21 Year Old vs Midleton Very Rare 1996
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | Midleton Very Rare 1996 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Midleton |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £750 | £1200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 1996
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 1996
Quick verdict
Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 21 Year Old is better value at £750 vs £1200.
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
Midleton Very Rare 1996
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 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 Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 1996 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 Midleton Very Rare 1996