Port Ellen 1982 / 25 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Old Malt Cask #4112 Islay Whisky vs Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

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

Port Ellen 1982 / 25 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Old Malt Cask #4112 Islay WhiskyHibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
DistilleryPort EllenHibiki
Region
CountryUnited KingdomJapan
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£1200£1200
Rating5.00/5

Port Ellen 1982 / 25 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Old Malt Cask #4112 Islay Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner70/100
Value4/100

Port Ellen 1982 / 25 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Old Malt Cask #4112 Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1200.

For beginners: Port Ellen 1982 / 25 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Old Malt Cask #4112 Islay Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Port Ellen 1982 / 25 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Old Malt Cask #4112 Islay Whisky

Pros

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

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Port?

Port Ellen 1982 / 25 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Old Malt Cask #4112 Islay 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 Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld Wood

Only Port Ellen 1982 / 25 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Old Malt Cask #4112 Islay Whisky

LeatheryDried FruitTobacco

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

HoneyMalt ExtractFragant

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