Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Hibiki 21 Years Old – Artist Collaboration with Hiroshi Senju
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715

Hibiki 21 Years Old – Artist Collaboration with Hiroshi Senju
Hibiki
£750
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Hibiki 21 Years Old – Artist Collaboration with Hiroshi Senju | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Hibiki |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 42% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £715 | £749.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Hibiki 21 Years Old – Artist Collaboration with Hiroshi Senju
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Hibiki 21 Years Old – Artist Collaboration with Hiroshi Senju
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £750.
For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
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
Hibiki 21 Years Old – Artist Collaboration with Hiroshi Senju
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£749.95 vs £715)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) 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.
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 21 Years Old – Artist Collaboration with Hiroshi Senju 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