Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III vs The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Hibiki
★ 4.67
£19500
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
The Macallan
£29499
| Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III | The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | The Macallan |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47.5% |
| Age | 35 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £19500 | £29499 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | — |
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
Quick verdict
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III is better value at £19500 vs £29499.
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 affordable (£19500 vs £29499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 35 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£29499 vs £19500)
- −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 The?
The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Hibiki 35 Year Old by Tokuda Yasokichi III
Only The Macallan 40 Year Old - The Red Collection 2023 Release