Hibiki 17 Year Old vs Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4777) - First Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Hibiki
★ 4.75
£699
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4777) - First Cask
Port Ellen
£995
| Hibiki 17 Year Old | Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4777) - First Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £699 | £995 |
| Rating | 4.75/5 | — |
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4777) - First Cask
Hibiki 17 Year Old
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4777) - First Cask
Quick verdict
Hibiki 17 Year Old is rated higher (4.75 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 17 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £995.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£699 vs £995)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4777) - First Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£995 vs £699)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
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 Port?
Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4777) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Hibiki 17 Year Old
Only Port Ellen 18 Year Old 1976 (cask 4777) - First Cask