Chichibu London Edition 2018 vs Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley

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

Chichibu London Edition 2018Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley
DistilleryChichibuSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.5%57.3%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£599£399
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu London Edition 2018

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner25/100
Value13/100

Chichibu London Edition 2018

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley is better value at £399 vs £599.

For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2018 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Chichibu London Edition 2018

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£599 vs £399)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£399 vs £599)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu London Edition 2018 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 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley 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

Only Chichibu London Edition 2018

ToastedHoneyVanillaMalt Extract

Only Springbank 10 Year Old 2007 - Local Barley

SmokeyMedicinalCooked Fruit

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