Bowmore Voyage / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Hibiki 17 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore Voyage / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£700
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Hibiki
★ 4.75
£699
| Bowmore Voyage / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Hibiki 17 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Hibiki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Japan |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £700 | £699 |
| Rating | — | 4.75/5 |
Bowmore Voyage / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Bowmore Voyage / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Quick verdict
Hibiki 17 Year Old is rated higher (4.75 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 17 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £700.
For beginners: Hibiki 17 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bowmore Voyage / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£700 vs £699)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£699 vs £700)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore Voyage / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 17 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore Voyage / Port Wood Finish Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Hibiki 17 Year Old