Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) vs Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Midleton
★ 5.00
£300

Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Chichibu
£350
| Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) | Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Chichibu |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Pot Still | |
| ABV | 58.2% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £300 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is better value at £300 vs £350.
For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£300 vs £350)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £300)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) 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.
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Only Chichibu London Edition 2024 Japanese Single Malt Whisky