Hibiki 21 Year Old vs Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 – Scottish Folklore Series (Cask 88)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Hibiki
★ 5.00
£750
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 – Scottish Folklore Series (Cask 88)
Laphroaig
£799
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 – Scottish Folklore Series (Cask 88) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 53.9% |
| Age | 21 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £750 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 – Scottish Folklore Series (Cask 88)
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 – Scottish Folklore Series (Cask 88)
Quick verdict
Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 21 Year Old is better value at £750 vs £799.
For beginners: Hibiki 21 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 – Scottish Folklore Series (Cask 88)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£799 vs £750)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 21 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 – Scottish Folklore Series (Cask 88) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Hibiki 21 Year Old
Only Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 – Scottish Folklore Series (Cask 88)