Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition

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

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition
DistilleryArdbegChichibu
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.1%50.5%
Age24 yrNAS
Price£724.95£699
Rating5.00/5

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value7/100

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition

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

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition is better value at £699 vs £725.

For beginners: Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (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 (£724.95 vs £699)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition

Pros

  • +More affordable (£699 vs £724.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (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 Islay character.

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition 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.

Tasting notes

Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

Only Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Kokyo Edition

ToastedCooked FruitVanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

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