Chichibu 2012 (bottled 2019) (cask 2074) - Ex Hanyu Cask vs Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2012 (bottled 2019) (cask 2074) - Ex Hanyu Cask
Chichibu
£699
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Girvan
★ 5.00
£595
| Chichibu 2012 (bottled 2019) (cask 2074) - Ex Hanyu Cask | Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Girvan |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 62% | 48% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £699 | £595 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu 2012 (bottled 2019) (cask 2074) - Ex Hanyu Cask
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Chichibu 2012 (bottled 2019) (cask 2074) - Ex Hanyu Cask
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Quick verdict
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation is better value at £595 vs £699.
For beginners: Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2012 (bottled 2019) (cask 2074) - Ex Hanyu Cask
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£699 vs £595)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£595 vs £699)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2012 (bottled 2019) (cask 2074) - Ex Hanyu Cask 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.
Who should buy Girvan?
Girvan 1964 1st Batch Distillation suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
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