Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal vs Chichibu London Edition 2022

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

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury RoyalChichibu London Edition 2022
DistilleryJohnnie WalkerIchiro
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43.8%51.5%
AgeNASNAS
Price£399£399
Rating5.00/5

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value13/100

Chichibu London Edition 2022

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chichibu London Edition 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chichibu London Edition 2022 is better value at £399 vs £399.

For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Chichibu London Edition 2022

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu London Edition 2022 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedVanilla

Only Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

Dried FruitOld WoodToasted

Only Chichibu London Edition 2022

Cooked FruitHoney

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