Yamazaki 1984 vs Chichibu 2014 / Chibidaru Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki 1984
Yamazaki
★ 5.00
£900
Chichibu 2014 / Chibidaru Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Chichibu
£1200
| Yamazaki 1984 | Chichibu 2014 / Chibidaru Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Chichibu |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £899.95 | £1200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Yamazaki 1984
Chichibu 2014 / Chibidaru Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Yamazaki 1984
Chichibu 2014 / Chibidaru Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
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 2014 / Chibidaru Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −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 2014 / Chibidaru Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Yamazaki 1984
Only Chichibu 2014 / Chibidaru Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky