Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese WhiskySpringbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryChichibuSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.2%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£550£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky is better value at £550 vs £600.

For beginners: Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£550 vs £599.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (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 (£599.95 vs £550)

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Springbank?

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (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 Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyMedicinal

Only Chichibu 2013 / Bourbon Refill #2718 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky

OilyCooked Mash

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodLeatheryToasted

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