Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015) vs Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015)
Chichibu
£299
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£399
| Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015) | Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.5% | 43.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015) is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015)
Pros
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015) 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Chichibu On The Way (bottled 2015)
Only Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal