Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III vs Gordon & MacPhail The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 / 6 Bottles Single Whisky

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

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi IIIGordon & MacPhail The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 / 6 Bottles Single Whisky
DistilleryHibikiGordon & MacPhail
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV43%40%
Age35 yrNAS
Price£19500£19750
Rating4.67/5

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

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

Gordon & MacPhail The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 / 6 Bottles Single Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Gordon & MacPhail The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 / 6 Bottles Single Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is better value at £19500 vs £19750.

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)
  • +More affordable (£19500 vs £19750)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Gordon & MacPhail The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 / 6 Bottles Single Whisky

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£19750 vs £19500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 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 Gordon?

Gordon & MacPhail The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 / 6 Bottles Single Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractSherried

Only Gordon & MacPhail The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 / 6 Bottles Single Whisky

Old WoodToastedNutty

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