Glenfarclas 1954 / 62 Year Old / Pagoda Ruby Reserve Silver Speyside Whisky vs Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

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

Glenfarclas 1954 / 62 Year Old / Pagoda Ruby Reserve Silver Speyside WhiskyHibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
DistilleryGlenfarclasHibiki
Region
CountryUnited KingdomJapan
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS35 yr
Price£27250£19500
Rating4.67/5

Glenfarclas 1954 / 62 Year Old / Pagoda Ruby Reserve Silver Speyside Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Glenfarclas 1954 / 62 Year Old / Pagoda Ruby Reserve Silver Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).

Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is better value at £19500 vs £27250.

For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Glenfarclas 1954 / 62 Year Old / Pagoda Ruby Reserve Silver Speyside Whisky

Pros

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£27250 vs £19500)
  • 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 affordable (£19500 vs £27250)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenfarclas?

Glenfarclas 1954 / 62 Year Old / Pagoda Ruby Reserve Silver Speyside 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 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

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Glenfarclas 1954 / 62 Year Old / Pagoda Ruby Reserve Silver Speyside Whisky

ChocolateDried FruitNuttyTobacco

Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III

HoneyVanillaMalt Extract

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