Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky vs High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Fuji Gotemba
★ 5.00
£72
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
High Coast
£110
| Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky | High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fuji Gotemba | High Coast |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 59.8% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £71.9 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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 £110.
For beginners: Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Fuji Gotemba Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£71.9 vs £109.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 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 High?
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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.
Tasting notes
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