Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky vs Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Lagavulin
£1100
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Hibiki
★ 5.00
£1200
| Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky | Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Hibiki |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52% | 43% |
| Age | 22 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1100 | £1200 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Quick verdict
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky is better value at £1100 vs £1200.
For beginners: Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1100 vs £1200)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £1100)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky 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.
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
Only Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Where to buy
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange