Hibiki Japanese Harmony vs Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Hibiki
★ 4.22
£75
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£83
| Hibiki Japanese Harmony | Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £75 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 4.22/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.22).
Hibiki Japanese Harmony is better value at £75 vs £83.
For beginners: Hibiki Japanese Harmony is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£75 vs £82.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £75)
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki Japanese Harmony suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Only Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Hibiki Japanese Harmony
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Blended Malt #1 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange