Cutty Sark Centenary Edition 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky vs Hibiki 21 Year Old

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

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition 23 Year Old Blended Scotch WhiskyHibiki 21 Year Old
DistilleryCutty SarkHibiki
Region
CountryUnited KingdomJapan
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£910£750
Rating5.00/5

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Hibiki 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner85/100
Value7/100

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hibiki 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hibiki 21 Year Old is better value at £750 vs £910.

For beginners: Hibiki 21 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£910 vs £750)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Hibiki 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Cutty?

Cutty Sark Centenary Edition 23 Year Old Blended 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 21 Year Old 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

Dried Fruit

Only Cutty Sark Centenary Edition 23 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

SherriedTobaccoLeatheryNutty

Only Hibiki 21 Year Old

HoneyVanilla

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