Hibiki 12 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu vs The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 12 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
Hibiki
£2200
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
The Macallan
★ 4.80
£1500
| Hibiki 12 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu | The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £2200 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 4.80/5 |
Hibiki 12 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Hibiki 12 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Quick verdict
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak is better value at £1500 vs £2200.
For beginners: Hibiki 12 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hibiki 12 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2200 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2200)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 12 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy The?
The Macallan 21 Year Old Fine Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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