Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky vs Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Chichibu
£1200
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£895
| Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky | Glengoyne 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £894.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is better value at £895 vs £1200.
For beginners: Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2015 / Bourbon Cask / Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £894.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu 2015 / 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 30 Year Old suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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