Chichibu 2013 (bottled 2022) (cask 2666) Bourbon Barrel - Hear No Evil (Taboo Series) vs Jura 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2013 (bottled 2022) (cask 2666) Bourbon Barrel - Hear No Evil (Taboo Series)
Chichibu
£999
Jura 30 Year Old
Jura
★ 5.00
£699
| Chichibu 2013 (bottled 2022) (cask 2666) Bourbon Barrel - Hear No Evil (Taboo Series) | Jura 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Jura |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.5% | 44% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £999 | £699 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu 2013 (bottled 2022) (cask 2666) Bourbon Barrel - Hear No Evil (Taboo Series)
Jura 30 Year Old
Chichibu 2013 (bottled 2022) (cask 2666) Bourbon Barrel - Hear No Evil (Taboo Series)
Jura 30 Year Old
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 2013 (bottled 2022) (cask 2666) Bourbon Barrel - Hear No Evil (Taboo Series)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — 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 2013 (bottled 2022) (cask 2666) Bourbon Barrel - Hear No Evil (Taboo Series) 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 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
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