Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Chichibu
£475
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
| Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.6% | 48.2% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £475 | £599.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £475 vs £600.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +More affordable (£475 vs £599.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£599.95 vs £475)
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (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 Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2021) (cask 3351) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)