Hakushu 18 Year Old vs Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

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

Hakushu 18 Year OldRobert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s
DistilleryHakushuRobert Burnett
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£620.5£850
Rating4.38/5

Hakushu 18 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner55/100
Value7/100

Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness20/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Hakushu 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hakushu 18 Year Old is rated higher (4.38 vs 0.00).

Hakushu 18 Year Old is better value at £621 vs £850.

For beginners: Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Hakushu 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.4/5)
  • +More affordable (£620.5 vs £850)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£850 vs £620.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.4)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Hakushu?

Hakushu 18 Year Old 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 Robert?

Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fragant

Only Hakushu 18 Year Old

Malt ExtractFresh FruitSmokeyGreen-House

Only Robert Burnett / Old Tom Gin / Bot.1940s

YeastySolvent

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