Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection vs Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
Dalmore
£15000
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
| Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection | Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Hibiki |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 47.5% | 43% |
| Age | 39 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £14999.95 | £19500 |
| Rating | — | 4.67/5 |
Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
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).
Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection is better value at £15000 vs £19500.
For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
Pros
- +More affordable (£14999.95 vs £19500)
- +Longer maturation (39 vs 35 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£19500 vs £14999.95)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection 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
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Only Dalmore 39 Year Old 1972 (cask 1) - Constellation Collection
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