Hibiki 21 Year Old vs SMWS 57.1 (Glen Mhor) / 1975 / 12 Year Old Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 21 Year Old
Hibiki
★ 5.00
£750
SMWS 57.1 (Glen Mhor) / 1975 / 12 Year Old Highland Whisky
Glen Mhor
£1250
| Hibiki 21 Year Old | SMWS 57.1 (Glen Mhor) / 1975 / 12 Year Old Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Glen Mhor |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £750 | £1250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Hibiki 21 Year Old
SMWS 57.1 (Glen Mhor) / 1975 / 12 Year Old Highland Whisky
Hibiki 21 Year Old
SMWS 57.1 (Glen Mhor) / 1975 / 12 Year Old Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Hibiki 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 21 Year Old is better value at £750 vs £1250.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
SMWS 57.1 (Glen Mhor) / 1975 / 12 Year Old Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£1250 vs £750)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 SMWS?
SMWS 57.1 (Glen Mhor) / 1975 / 12 Year Old Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Hibiki 21 Year Old
Only SMWS 57.1 (Glen Mhor) / 1975 / 12 Year Old Highland Whisky