Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask vs Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask
Chichibu
£699
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Highland Park
★ 5.00
£799
| Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask | Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Highland Park |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 45.7% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £699 | £799 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Quick verdict
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask is better value at £699 vs £799.
For beginners: Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£699 vs £799)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £699)
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask 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 Highland?
Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019 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
Only Chichibu Chibidaru 2009 (bottled 2013) - Quarter Cask
Only Highland Park 25 Year Old - Pre 2019