Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky vs Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Chichibu
£750
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Talisker
★ 5.00
£499
| Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky | Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Talisker |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 45.8% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £750 | £499 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) is better value at £499 vs £750.
For beginners: Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£750 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £750)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / 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 Talisker?
Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Chichibu 2015 / 6 Year Old / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Only Talisker 25 Year Old (2021 Release)