Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Tokyo Tower Edition vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

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

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Tokyo Tower EditionTomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
DistilleryChichibuTomatin
RegionHighland
CountryJapanScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.5%46%
AgeNAS36 yr
Price£699£494.02
Rating5.00/5

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Tokyo Tower Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value10/100

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Tokyo Tower Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £699.

For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Tokyo Tower Edition

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£699 vs £494.02)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£494.02 vs £699)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Chichibu?

Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Tokyo Tower Edition 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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanilla

Only Chichibu Paris Edition 2024 - Tokyo Tower Edition

Fresh FruitNew WoodCitric

Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1

ChocolateOld WoodSherried

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