Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Chichibu
£1200
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | NAS | 32 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky is better value at £1200 vs £1500.
For beginners: Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
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 (£1500 vs £1200)
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon 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.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)