Hibiki 21 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu vs Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 21 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
Hibiki
★ 5.00
£1200
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£999
| Hibiki 21 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu | Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.1% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Hibiki 21 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Hibiki 21 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Quick verdict
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 is better value at £999 vs £1200.
For beginners: Hibiki 21 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hibiki 21 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £999)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£999 vs £1200)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 21 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 Highland?
Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Hibiki 21 Year Old - Kacho Fugetsu
Only Highland Park 30 Year Old - Pre 2013