Chichibu Paris Edition 2019 vs Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

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

Chichibu Paris Edition 2019Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
DistilleryChichibuTeeling
Region
CountryJapanIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.5%46%
AgeNAS24 yr
Price£499£395
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu Paris Edition 2019

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner75/100
Value13/100

Chichibu Paris Edition 2019

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is better value at £395 vs £499.

For beginners: Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Chichibu Paris Edition 2019

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£499 vs £395)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

Pros

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

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu Paris Edition 2019 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 Teeling?

Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection 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

Only Chichibu Paris Edition 2019

Toasted

Only Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection

SherriedDried FruitHoneyVanillaOld Wood

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