Hibiki 21 Year Old vs WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Hibiki
★ 5.00
£750
WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£550
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | WhistlePig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | America |
| Type | Blended | Rye |
| ABV | 43% | 57.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £750 | £550 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hibiki 21 Year Old
WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition
Hibiki 21 Year Old
WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition is better value at £550 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
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 13 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£750 vs £550)
WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£550 vs £750)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
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 WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only WhistlePig 13 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2018 Edition