Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641) vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)Jura 30 Year Old
DistilleryChichibuJura
RegionIsland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV61.7%44%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£999£699
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value7/100

Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £999.

For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness

Cons

  • High ABV (61.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£999 vs £699)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £999)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Jura?

Jura 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Old WoodToastedDried Fruit

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