Bowmore 25 Year Old vs Chichibu London Edition 2019
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bowmore 25 Year Old | Chichibu London Edition 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Ichiro |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.5% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £402.5 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Chichibu London Edition 2019
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Chichibu London Edition 2019
Quick verdict
Bowmore 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 25 Year Old is better value at £403 vs £599.
For beginners: Bowmore 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£402.5 vs £599)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Chichibu London Edition 2019
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £402.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 25 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 London Edition 2019 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore 25 Year Old
Only Chichibu London Edition 2019