Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky vs Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Chichibu
£500
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Springbank
★ 5.00
£399
| Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky | Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Springbank |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 54.7% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £500 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Quick verdict
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo is better value at £399 vs £500.
For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt 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 Springbank?
Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo 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
Both taste of
Only Chichibu London Edition 2021 Japanese Single Malt Whisky
Only Springbank 9 Year Old 2004 - Gaja Barolo