Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition vs Chichibu 2015 (bottled 2024) (cask 4664) - Seven Gods Of Fortune Daikokuten

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

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited EditionChichibu 2015 (bottled 2024) (cask 4664) - Seven Gods Of Fortune Daikokuten
DistilleryHibikiChichibu
Region
CountryJapanJapan
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%61.9%
AgeNAS9 yr
Price£1200£1999
Rating5.00/5

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner70/100
Value4/100

Chichibu 2015 (bottled 2024) (cask 4664) - Seven Gods Of Fortune Daikokuten

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chichibu 2015 (bottled 2024) (cask 4664) - Seven Gods Of Fortune Daikokuten

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is better value at £1200 vs £1999.

For beginners: Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£1200 vs £1999)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Chichibu 2015 (bottled 2024) (cask 4664) - Seven Gods Of Fortune Daikokuten

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (61.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£1999 vs £1200)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Hibiki?

Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu 2015 (bottled 2024) (cask 4664) - Seven Gods Of Fortune Daikokuten 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

SherriedMalt ExtractOld Wood

Only Hibiki Japanese Harmony - 30th Anniversary Limited Edition

HoneyFragant

Only Chichibu 2015 (bottled 2024) (cask 4664) - Seven Gods Of Fortune Daikokuten

VanillaToasted

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