Hibiki Japanese Harmony vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old

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

Hibiki Japanese HarmonyThe Antiquary 21 Year Old
DistilleryHibikiThe Antiquary
RegionOther Scotch
CountryJapanScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV43%43%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£75£84.9
Rating4.22/55.00/5

Hibiki Japanese Harmony

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner75/100
Value56/100

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner75/100
Value59/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.22).

Hibiki Japanese Harmony is better value at £75 vs £85.

For beginners: Hibiki Japanese Harmony is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Hibiki Japanese Harmony

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£75 vs £84.9)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)

The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£84.9 vs £75)

Who should buy Hibiki?

Hibiki Japanese Harmony 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 The?

The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony

FragantHoneyFresh Fruit

Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitTobaccoNutty

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