Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release) vs Hibiki 21 Year Old

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)Hibiki 21 Year Old
DistilleryDalmoreHibiki
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43.8%43%
Age21 yr21 yr
Price£600£750
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Hibiki 21 Year Old

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hibiki 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release) is better value at £600 vs £750.

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£600 vs £750)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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

  • More expensive (£750 vs £600)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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

Vanilla

Only Dalmore 21 Year Old (2024 Release)

SherriedOld WoodToastedCitric

Only Hibiki 21 Year Old

HoneyDried Fruit

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