Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition vs Lagavulin 2000 / 22 Year Old / Islaga / My Name Is Whisky Islay Whisky

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

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited EditionLagavulin 2000 / 22 Year Old / Islaga / My Name Is Whisky Islay Whisky
DistilleryHibikiLagavulin
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£1200£1096
Rating5.00/5

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner70/100
Value4/100

Lagavulin 2000 / 22 Year Old / Islaga / My Name Is Whisky Islay Whisky

Smoke65/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lagavulin 2000 / 22 Year Old / Islaga / My Name Is Whisky Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lagavulin 2000 / 22 Year Old / Islaga / My Name Is Whisky Islay Whisky is better value at £1096 vs £1200.

For beginners: Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£1200 vs £1096)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Lagavulin 2000 / 22 Year Old / Islaga / My Name Is Whisky Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£1096 vs £1200)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Hibiki?

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition 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 Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 2000 / 22 Year Old / Islaga / My Name Is Whisky Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

HoneySherriedMalt ExtractFragantOld Wood

Only Lagavulin 2000 / 22 Year Old / Islaga / My Name Is Whisky Islay Whisky

KipperySmokeyTobaccoDried FruitToasted

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