Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Chichibu The First Ten
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£600
Chichibu The First Ten
Chichibu
£699
| Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Chichibu The First Ten | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Chichibu |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 50.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £599.95 | £699 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Chichibu The First Ten
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Chichibu The First Ten
Quick verdict
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £600 vs £699.
For beginners: Chichibu The First Ten is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 affordable (£599.95 vs £699)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Chichibu The First Ten
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£699 vs £599.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu The First Ten 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
Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Chichibu The First Ten