Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641) vs Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)
Chichibu
£999
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£1000
| Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641) | Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Port Ellen |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.7% | 47.5% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £999 | £999.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641) is better value at £999 vs £1000.
For beginners: Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£999 vs £999.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (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 (£999.95 vs £999)
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 Port?
Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (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.
Tasting notes
Only Chichibu 2009 (bottled 2014) (cask 641)
Only Port Ellen 33 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)