Mortlach 25 Year Old vs Hibiki 17 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old | Hibiki 17 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Hibiki |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43.4% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £582.95 | £699 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £699.
For beginners: Hibiki 17 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£582.95 vs £699)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£699 vs £582.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 17 Year Old 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
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Only Hibiki 17 Year Old
Where to buy
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange