Dalmore 45 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

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

Dalmore 45 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyHibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
DistilleryDalmoreHibiki
Region
CountryUnited KingdomJapan
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS35 yr
Price£16800£19500
Rating4.67/5

Dalmore 45 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 45 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 45 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £16800 vs £19500.

For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 45 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£16800 vs £19500)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£19500 vs £16800)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 45 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Hibiki?

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III 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

Honey

Only Dalmore 45 Year Old / 2023 Release Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Dried FruitChocolateToasted

Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

VanillaMalt ExtractSherried

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