Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky vs Glenlivet Spectra / 3x20cl Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese WhiskyGlenlivet Spectra / 3x20cl Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryFuji GotembaGlenlivet
Region
CountryJapanUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£71.9£107
Rating5.00/5

Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value70/100

Glenlivet Spectra / 3x20cl Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenlivet Spectra / 3x20cl Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky is better value at £72 vs £107.

For beginners: Glenlivet Spectra / 3x20cl Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£71.9 vs £107)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenlivet Spectra / 3x20cl Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£107 vs £71.9)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Fuji?

Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Glenlivet?

Glenlivet Spectra / 3x20cl Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

Only Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky

Toasted

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