Balvenie 47 Year Old 1971 (cask 2855) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four vs Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie 47 Year Old 1971 (cask 2855) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Balvenie
£21841
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
| Balvenie 47 Year Old 1971 (cask 2855) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four | Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Hibiki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.9% | 43% |
| Age | 47 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £21841.32 | £19500 |
| Rating | — | 4.67/5 |
Balvenie 47 Year Old 1971 (cask 2855) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Balvenie 47 Year Old 1971 (cask 2855) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
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 £21841.
For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Balvenie 47 Year Old 1971 (cask 2855) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Pros
- +Longer maturation (47 vs 35 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£21841.32 vs £19500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
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 £21841.32)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie 47 Year Old 1971 (cask 2855) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four 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 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balvenie 47 Year Old 1971 (cask 2855) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Four
Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III