Springbank 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 14/03/1) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

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

Springbank 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 14/03/1) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
DistillerySpringbankHibiki
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV47.8%43%
Age35 yrNAS
Price£1999£1200
Rating5.00/5

Springbank 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 14/03/1) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

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

Springbank 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 14/03/1) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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).

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1999.

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

Springbank 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 14/03/1) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1999 vs £1200)
  • 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 affordable (£1200 vs £1999)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 14/03/1) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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

SherriedOld Wood

Only Springbank 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 14/03/1) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Dried FruitLeatheryTobacco

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

HoneyMalt ExtractFragant

Explore more