Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Chichibu
£550
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Chichibu |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £599 | £550 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky is better value at £550 vs £599.
For beginners: Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
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 vs £550)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£550 vs £599)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky