Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition vs WhistlePig 14 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2017 Edition (cask 3)

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

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited EditionWhistlePig 14 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2017 Edition (cask 3)
DistilleryHibikiWhistlePig
Region
CountryJapanAmerica
TypeBlendedRye
ABV43%59.6%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£1200£1500
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

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

WhistlePig 14 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2017 Edition (cask 3)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value3/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

WhistlePig 14 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2017 Edition (cask 3)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1500.

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
  • +More affordable (£1200 vs £1500)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

WhistlePig 14 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2017 Edition (cask 3)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1200)

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 WhistlePig?

WhistlePig 14 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2017 Edition (cask 3) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

HoneyMalt ExtractFragantOld Wood

Only WhistlePig 14 Year Old - The Boss Hog 2017 Edition (cask 3)

ToastedVanillaDried FruitTobacco

Explore more