Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu vs Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 EbisuHibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
DistilleryChichibuHibiki
Region
CountryJapanJapan
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV64.5%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£1999£1200
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner70/100
Value4/100

Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1999.

For beginners: Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition 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 £1200)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£1200 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 Hibiki?

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Chichibu 2016 (bottled 2022) (cask 7075) - Seven Gods of Fortune Edition 1 Ebisu

Fresh FruitCooked FruitVanilla

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

SherriedMalt ExtractFragantOld Wood

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