Tullibardine 25 Year Old vs Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition

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

Tullibardine 25 Year OldKanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition
DistilleryTullibardineKanosuke
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%57%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£155£199
Rating5.00/5

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value32/100

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is better value at £155 vs £199.

For beginners: Tullibardine 25 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£155 vs £199)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (57%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£199 vs £155)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Kanosuke?

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanillaToasted

Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old

HoneyNutty

Only Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - Second Edition

New WoodFresh Fruit

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