Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 5.00
£633

Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Chichibu
£500
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Chichibu |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £632.95 | £500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky is better value at £500 vs £633.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £500)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£500 vs £632.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu London Edition 2021 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
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Only Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky