Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III vs Loch Lomond 50 Year Old (2024 Release)

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

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi IIILoch Lomond 50 Year Old (2024 Release)
DistilleryHibikiLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%42.6%
Age35 yr50 yr
Price£19500£20989.5
Rating4.67/5

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

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

Loch Lomond 50 Year Old (2024 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 50 Year Old (2024 Release)

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 £20990.

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 £20989.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Loch Lomond 50 Year Old (2024 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (50 vs 35 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£20989.5 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond 50 Year Old (2024 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneySherried

Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

VanillaMalt Extract

Only Loch Lomond 50 Year Old (2024 Release)

Old WoodChocolateToastedDried Fruit

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