Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release) vs Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

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

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
DistilleryGlenturretHibiki
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV45.7%43%
Age30 yrNAS
Price£1499.94£1200
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value3/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner70/100
Value4/100

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1500.

For beginners: Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1499.94 vs £1200)

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£1200 vs £1499.94)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenturret?

Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden 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 Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld Wood

Only Glenturret 30 Year Old (2020 Maiden Release)

Dried FruitChocolate

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

HoneyMalt ExtractFragant

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