Yamazaki 1984 vs Chichibu 2011 (bottled 2019) (cask 3301) Coedonado Beer Cask - The Whisky Exchange 20th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki 1984
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£900
Chichibu 2011 (bottled 2019) (cask 3301) Coedonado Beer Cask - The Whisky Exchange 20th Anniversary
Chichibu
£1200
| Yamazaki 1984 | Chichibu 2011 (bottled 2019) (cask 3301) Coedonado Beer Cask - The Whisky Exchange 20th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Chichibu |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 59.2% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £899.95 | £1200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki 1984
Chichibu 2011 (bottled 2019) (cask 3301) Coedonado Beer Cask - The Whisky Exchange 20th Anniversary
Yamazaki 1984
Chichibu 2011 (bottled 2019) (cask 3301) Coedonado Beer Cask - The Whisky Exchange 20th Anniversary
Quick verdict
Yamazaki 1984 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Yamazaki 1984 is better value at £900 vs £1200.
For beginners: Yamazaki 1984 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki 1984
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£899.95 vs £1200)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Chichibu 2011 (bottled 2019) (cask 3301) Coedonado Beer Cask - The Whisky Exchange 20th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £899.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 1984 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2011 (bottled 2019) (cask 3301) Coedonado Beer Cask - The Whisky Exchange 20th Anniversary 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
Only Yamazaki 1984
Only Chichibu 2011 (bottled 2019) (cask 3301) Coedonado Beer Cask - The Whisky Exchange 20th Anniversary