Chichibu London Edition 2024 vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu London Edition 2024
Ichiro
£210
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Chichibu London Edition 2024 | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ichiro | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £209.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu London Edition 2024
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Chichibu London Edition 2024
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu London Edition 2024 is better value at £210 vs £250.
For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2024 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Chichibu London Edition 2024
Pros
- +More affordable (£209.95 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £209.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) 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 2024
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)