Chichibu London Edition 2020 vs Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Chichibu London Edition 2020 | Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro | Kavalan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Taiwan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 56.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £499 | £387.43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu London Edition 2020
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Chichibu London Edition 2020
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Quick verdict
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask is better value at £387 vs £499.
For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2020 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Chichibu London Edition 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£499 vs £387.43)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£387.43 vs £499)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu London Edition 2020 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 Kavalan?
Kavalan Solist Amontillado 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.
Tasting notes
Only Chichibu London Edition 2020
Only Kavalan Solist Amontillado Cask