Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£1299
Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005
Hibiki
£999
| Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathisla | Hibiki |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 40 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £1299 | £999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005
Quick verdict
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005 is better value at £999 vs £1299.
For beginners: Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1299 vs £999)
Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£999 vs £1299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Suntory?
Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005 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 Strathisla 40 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Suntory Hibiki 17 Year Old - Pre 2005