Chichibu London Edition 2024 vs Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Chichibu London Edition 2024Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
DistilleryIchiroHaller's
Region
CountryJapanAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV50.5%43%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£209.95£240
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu London Edition 2024

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value21/100

Chichibu London Edition 2024

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chichibu London Edition 2024 is better value at £210 vs £240.

For beginners: Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Chichibu London Edition 2024

Pros

  • +More affordable (£209.95 vs £240)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£240 vs £209.95)

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu London Edition 2024 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 Haller’s?

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Chichibu London Edition 2024

Fresh Fruit

Only Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

TobaccoOily

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