Karuizawa 35 Year Old - Cities Of Japan (Tokyo) vs Shirakawa 1958
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Karuizawa 35 Year Old - Cities Of Japan (Tokyo)
Karuizawa
£16995
Shirakawa 1958
Takara Shuzo
★ 5.00
£23495
| Karuizawa 35 Year Old - Cities Of Japan (Tokyo) | Shirakawa 1958 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Karuizawa | Takara Shuzo |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Japan | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 49% |
| Age | 35 yr | NAS |
| Price | £16995 | £23495 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Karuizawa 35 Year Old - Cities Of Japan (Tokyo)
Shirakawa 1958
Karuizawa 35 Year Old - Cities Of Japan (Tokyo)
Shirakawa 1958
Quick verdict
Shirakawa 1958 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Karuizawa 35 Year Old - Cities Of Japan (Tokyo) is better value at £16995 vs £23495.
For beginners: Shirakawa 1958 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Karuizawa 35 Year Old - Cities Of Japan (Tokyo)
Pros
- +More affordable (£16995 vs £23495)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Shirakawa 1958
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£23495 vs £16995)
Who should buy Karuizawa?
Karuizawa 35 Year Old - Cities Of Japan (Tokyo) 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 Shirakawa?
Shirakawa 1958 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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