Hibiki 21 Year Old vs Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Hibiki
★ 5.00
£750
Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Banff
£599
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Banff |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £750 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £599 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 £599)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£599 vs £750)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Banff?
Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Hibiki 21 Year Old
Only Banff 13 Year Old 1974 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)