Hibiki 30 Year Old vs Yamazaki Tsukuriwake Cask Collection 2022 / Set of 4 Bottles Japanese Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Hibiki 30 Year OldYamazaki Tsukuriwake Cask Collection 2022 / Set of 4 Bottles Japanese Whisky
DistilleryHibikiYamazaki
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV43%40%
Age30 yrNAS
Price£4995£5000
Rating4.20/5

Hibiki 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner70/100
Value1/100

Yamazaki Tsukuriwake Cask Collection 2022 / Set of 4 Bottles Japanese Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Hibiki 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki Tsukuriwake Cask Collection 2022 / Set of 4 Bottles Japanese Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki 30 Year Old is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).

Hibiki 30 Year Old is better value at £4995 vs £5000.

For beginners: Yamazaki Tsukuriwake Cask Collection 2022 / Set of 4 Bottles Japanese Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Hibiki 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
  • +More affordable (£4995 vs £5000)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Yamazaki Tsukuriwake Cask Collection 2022 / Set of 4 Bottles Japanese Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£5000 vs £4995)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)

Who should buy Hibiki?

Hibiki 30 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 Yamazaki?

Yamazaki Tsukuriwake Cask Collection 2022 / Set of 4 Bottles Japanese Whisky 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Hibiki 30 Year Old

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitFragant

Only Yamazaki Tsukuriwake Cask Collection 2022 / Set of 4 Bottles Japanese Whisky

ToastedVanillaCitric

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