High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
High Coast
£110
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Fuji Gotemba
★ 5.00
£72
| High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | High Coast | Fuji Gotemba |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Sweden | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £71.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Quick verdict
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky is better value at £72 vs £110.
For beginners: Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £71.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£71.9 vs £109.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy High?
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 Fuji?
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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