Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672) vs Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Glenfarclas
★ 3.95
£13995
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
| Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672) | Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Hibiki |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43.3% | 43% |
| Age | 60 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £13995 | £19500 |
| Rating | 3.95/5 | 4.67/5 |
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Quick verdict
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 3.95).
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672) is better value at £13995 vs £19500.
For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Pros
- +More affordable (£13995 vs £19500)
- +Longer maturation (60 vs 35 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.9 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)
Cons
- −More expensive (£19500 vs £13995)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Only Glenfarclas 60 Year Old (cask 1672)
Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III