Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III vs Johnnie Walker 48 Year Old Masters of Flavour
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
Johnnie Walker 48 Year Old Masters of Flavour
Johnnie Walker
★ 3.00
£18995
| Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | Johnnie Walker 48 Year Old Masters of Flavour | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 41.8% |
| Age | 35 yr | 48 yr |
| Price | £19500 | £18995 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 3.00/5 |
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Johnnie Walker 48 Year Old Masters of Flavour
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Johnnie Walker 48 Year Old Masters of Flavour
Quick verdict
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 3.00).
Johnnie Walker 48 Year Old Masters of Flavour is better value at £18995 vs £19500.
For beginners: Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£19500 vs £18995)
Johnnie Walker 48 Year Old Masters of Flavour
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£18995 vs £19500)
- +Longer maturation (48 vs 35 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 4.7)
Who should buy Hibiki?
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker 48 Year Old Masters of Flavour suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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