Chichibu US Edition 2022 vs Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Chichibu US Edition 2022 | Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chichibu | Glenfarclas |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.5% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £499 | £632.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Chichibu US Edition 2022
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Chichibu US Edition 2022
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu US Edition 2022 is better value at £499 vs £633.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chichibu US Edition 2022
Pros
- +More affordable (£499 vs £632.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £499)
Who should buy Chichibu?
Chichibu US 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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Chichibu US Edition 2022
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old