Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series) vs Miyagikyo 15 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)Miyagikyo 15 Year Old
DistilleryChichibuMiyagikyo
Region
CountryJapanJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV59.5%45%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£999£699
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value7/100

Chichibu 2014 (bottled 2022) (cask 13337) Red Wine Cask - Speak No Evil (Taboo Series)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £999.

For beginners: Miyagikyo 15 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 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 £699)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Miyagikyo 15 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 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 Miyagikyo?

Miyagikyo 15 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)

Cooked FruitSherriedVanillaToastedOld Wood

Only Miyagikyo 15 Year Old

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt Extract

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