Hakushu 25 Year Old vs Glen Grant 62 Year Old 1956 - Mr George Centenary Edition (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hakushu 25 Year Old
Hakushu
★ 4.33
£4450
Glen Grant 62 Year Old 1956 - Mr George Centenary Edition (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glen Grant
£5000
| Hakushu 25 Year Old | Glen Grant 62 Year Old 1956 - Mr George Centenary Edition (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hakushu | Glen Grant |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 51.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 62 yr |
| Price | £4450 | £5000 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | — |
Hakushu 25 Year Old
Glen Grant 62 Year Old 1956 - Mr George Centenary Edition (Gordon & MacPhail)
Hakushu 25 Year Old
Glen Grant 62 Year Old 1956 - Mr George Centenary Edition (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Hakushu 25 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).
Hakushu 25 Year Old is better value at £4450 vs £5000.
For beginners: Hakushu 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Hakushu 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
- +More affordable (£4450 vs £5000)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Grant 62 Year Old 1956 - Mr George Centenary Edition (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (62 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£5000 vs £4450)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
Who should buy Hakushu?
Hakushu 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 62 Year Old 1956 - Mr George Centenary Edition (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Hakushu 25 Year Old
Only Glen Grant 62 Year Old 1956 - Mr George Centenary Edition (Gordon & MacPhail)