Hibiki 17 Year Old vs Mortlach 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Hibiki 17 Year Old | Mortlach 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £699 | £582.95 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mortlach 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Mortlach 25 Year Old is better value at £583 vs £699.
For beginners: Hibiki 17 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£699 vs £582.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£582.95 vs £699)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 17 Year Old 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Hibiki 17 Year Old
Only Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange