Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition vs Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Hibiki
★ 5.00
£1200
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey
Midleton
£1350
| Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition | Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hibiki | Midleton |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | Irish |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £1200 | £1350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1350.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 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 affordable (£1200 vs £1350)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£1350 vs £1200)
- −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 Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey 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
Both taste of
Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
Only Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1997 Blended Irish Whiskey