Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu vs Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu
Chichibu
£1999
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Glen Garioch
★ 4.50
£1967
| Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu | Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Glen Garioch |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 64.5% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 46 yr |
| Price | £1999 | £1966.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.50/5 |
Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Quick verdict
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 is rated higher (4.50 vs 0.00).
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 is better value at £1967 vs £1999.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1999 vs £1966.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
- +More affordable (£1966.95 vs £1999)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu
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