Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III vs Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Glenfarclas
★ 3.95
£13995
| Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Glenfarclas |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43.3% |
| Age | 35 yr | 60 yr |
| Price | £19500 | £13995 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 3.95/5 |
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Quick verdict
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 3.95).
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672) is better value at £13995 vs £19500.
For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
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)
Cons
- −More expensive (£19500 vs £13995)
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Pros
- +More affordable (£13995 vs £19500)
- +Longer maturation (60 vs 35 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 4.7)
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.
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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