Hakushu Peated Malt 2021 Edition vs Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

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

Hakushu Peated Malt 2021 EditionHibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
DistilleryHakushuHibiki
Region
CountryJapanJapan
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£999£1200
Rating5.00/5

Hakushu Peated Malt 2021 Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner70/100
Value4/100

Hakushu Peated Malt 2021 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hakushu Peated Malt 2021 Edition is better value at £999 vs £1200.

For beginners: Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Hakushu Peated Malt 2021 Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£999 vs £1200)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£1200 vs £999)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Hakushu?

Hakushu Peated Malt 2021 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Hibiki?

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition 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

Malt Extract

Only Hakushu Peated Malt 2021 Edition

SmokeyToastedFresh Fruit

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

HoneySherriedFragantOld Wood

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