J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt vs The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
J.G Thomson & Co.
★ 5.00
£40

The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
The Japanese
£29
| J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt | The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | J.G Thomson & Co. | The Japanese |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £39.9 | £28.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha is better value at £29 vs £40.
For beginners: The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
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 (£39.9 vs £28.95)
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£28.95 vs £39.9)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy The?
The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Only The Japanese Liqueur Houjicha Kunsei Smoked Hojicha