Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III vs Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee / Pearl & Diamond Brooch (Pink) Blended Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee / Pearl & Diamond Brooch (Pink) Blended Whisky
Royal Salute
£14775
| Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee / Pearl & Diamond Brooch (Pink) Blended Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Royal Salute |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 35 yr | NAS |
| Price | £19500 | £14775 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | — |
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee / Pearl & Diamond Brooch (Pink) Blended Whisky
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee / Pearl & Diamond Brooch (Pink) Blended Whisky
Quick verdict
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee / Pearl & Diamond Brooch (Pink) Blended Whisky is better value at £14775 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£19500 vs £14775)
Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee / Pearl & Diamond Brooch (Pink) Blended Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£14775 vs £19500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Royal?
Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee / Pearl & Diamond Brooch (Pink) Blended 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
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