Chichibu Paris Edition 2021 vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Chichibu Paris Edition 2021Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryChichibuSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.5%48.2%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£499£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu Paris Edition 2021

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Chichibu Paris Edition 2021

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chichibu Paris Edition 2021 is better value at £499 vs £600.

For beginners: Chichibu Paris Edition 2021 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Chichibu Paris Edition 2021

Pros

  • +More affordable (£499 vs £599.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£599.95 vs £499)

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu Paris Edition 2021 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 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Chichibu Paris Edition 2021

VanillaHoneyFresh FruitMalt Extract

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOld WoodLeatheryMedicinal

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