Chichibu 2016 / 7 Year Old / Cask 5857 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky vs Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu 2016 / 7 Year Old / Cask 5857 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Chichibu
£795
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
| Chichibu 2016 / 7 Year Old / Cask 5857 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky | Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 42% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £795 | £715 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu 2016 / 7 Year Old / Cask 5857 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Chichibu 2016 / 7 Year Old / Cask 5857 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £795.
For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Chichibu 2016 / 7 Year Old / Cask 5857 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£795 vs £715)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
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 2016 / 7 Year Old / Cask 5857 / 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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Chichibu 2016 / 7 Year Old / Cask 5857 / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange Japanese Whisky
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)