Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal vs Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - First Edition

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

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury RoyalKanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - First Edition
DistilleryJohnnie WalkerKanosuke
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43.8%58%
AgeNASNAS
Price£399£350
Rating5.00/5

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value13/100

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - First Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - First Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - First Edition is better value at £350 vs £399.

For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £350)

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - First Edition

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Kanosuke?

Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - First Edition suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Kanosuke Limited Edition (2021 Release) - First Edition

HoneyNew Wood

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