Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Chichibu London Edition 2022 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£344
Chichibu London Edition 2022 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Chichibu
£500
| Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Chichibu London Edition 2022 Japanese Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Highland Park | Chichibu |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.2% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | NAS |
| Price | £343.95 | £500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Chichibu London Edition 2022 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Chichibu London Edition 2022 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £344 vs £500.
For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2022 Japanese Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£343.95 vs £500)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
Chichibu London Edition 2022 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 vs £343.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Park 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Chichibu?
Chichibu London Edition 2022 Japanese Single Malt Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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