Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series) vs Hakushu 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series)
Chichibu
£999
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Hakushu
★ 4.38
£621
| Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series) | Hakushu 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Hakushu |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.5% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £999 | £620.5 |
| Rating | — | 4.38/5 |
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series)
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series)
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Hakushu 18 Year Old is rated higher (4.38 vs 0.00).
Hakushu 18 Year Old is better value at £621 vs £999.
For beginners: Hakushu 18 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£999 vs £620.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.4)
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.4/5)
- +More affordable (£620.5 vs £999)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak 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 Hakushu?
Hakushu 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series)
Only Hakushu 18 Year Old