Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III vs Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks
Teeling
£15000
| Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Teeling |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 41.2% |
| Age | 35 yr | 38 yr |
| Price | £19500 | £14999.95 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | — |
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks
Quick verdict
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks is better value at £15000 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 £14999.95)
Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£14999.95 vs £19500)
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 35 years)
- +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 Teeling?
Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Only Teeling 38 Year Old - Very Rare Casks