Hakushu 25 Year Old vs Littlemill 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Lowland Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Hakushu 25 Year OldLittlemill 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Lowland Whisky
DistilleryHakushuLittlemill
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£4450£5500
Rating4.33/5

Hakushu 25 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value1/100

Littlemill 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Lowland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Hakushu 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Littlemill 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Lowland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hakushu 25 Year Old is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).

Hakushu 25 Year Old is better value at £4450 vs £5500.

For beginners: Littlemill 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Lowland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 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 £5500)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Littlemill 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Lowland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£5500 vs £4450)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Littlemill?

Littlemill 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Lowland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Hakushu 25 Year Old

SmokeySherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Littlemill 40 Year Old / 2018 Release Lowland Whisky

FragantVanillaFresh FruitHoney

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