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Hakushu 12 vs Glendronach
Hakushu 12
28 positive (90%) · 3 mixed (10%) · 0 negative (0%)
Trust + time weighted: +90%
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Hakushu 12 is highly regarded as a staple Japanese whisky, celebrated for its distinct "green" and herbal profile. Enthusiasts frequently describe it as a fresh, forest-like dram with notes of mint, grass, pear, and light peat. While it is often compared to its sibling, Yamazaki 12, many users prefer Hakushu for its unique crispness and sophisticated balance. However, recent sentiment is tempered by concerns over skyrocketing prices, which have led some to question its value proposition despite its high quality.
Pros
- Unique 'green' flavor profile featuring mint, grass, and pine
- Light, sophisticated peat and smoke that remains smooth
- Excellent complexity with a long, warm finish
- Widely considered a significant upgrade over the Non-Age Statement (NAS) version
Cons
- Market prices have increased significantly, impacting value for some
- Light peat may be a deterrent for those who prefer a completely unpeated profile
Top excerpts
We all agree our own blend would be 60-70% hakushu 12.
Hakushu 12 is one of my all-time favorite whiskies. I like it best among all the Hakushus I have tried, as I find that with further aging and/or more cask influences, you start to lose the unique "magic" of Hakushu, which (for me at least) is that leafy, light, ethereal, "springtime breeze in the mountain forest by a stream" vibe that I feel transports me to the mountainside location of the distillery. The 12 yr nails that perfectly for me.
h12 and h bittersweet are favorites of mine
Hakushu 12
Hakushu and Yamazaki 12, just above the price limit but are pretty much the most well known Japanese single malts for a reason
Glendronach
18 positive (95%) · 1 mixed (5%) · 0 negative (0%)
Trust + time weighted: +96%
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if you want a decent ex sherry, grab Bunnahabhain 12, Glenallachie, Glendronach, Tamdhu..
You want sherry, Glenallachie, Glendronach, Bunnahabhain 12, Redbreast, Tamdhu, Macallan's sister distillery Glenrothes do it better for a fraction of the price.
I've often had some Glendronach and occasional Abelour to counter the medicinal punch
yes, as a bourbon enthusiast who mainly drinks weller and makers mark, i find it delightful that i actually enjoy some glendronach scotch
this is a great whisky