Chichibu Paris Edition 2022 vs Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Chichibu Paris Edition 2022Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryChichibuSpringbank
RegionCampbeltown
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.5%48.2%
AgeNAS21 yr
Price£599£599.95
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu Paris Edition 2022

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner40/100
Value8/100

Chichibu Paris Edition 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chichibu Paris Edition 2022 is better value at £599 vs £600.

For beginners: Chichibu Paris Edition 2022 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Chichibu Paris Edition 2022

Pros

  • +More affordable (£599 vs £599.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£599.95 vs £599)

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu Paris Edition 2022 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 Springbank?

Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Only Chichibu Paris Edition 2022

HoneyFresh FruitMalt ExtractCitric

Only Springbank 21 Year Old - Batch 3 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOld WoodLeatheryToastedMedicinal

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