Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon - Distiller's Collection vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon - Distiller's CollectionChivas Century of Malts - 1980s
DistilleryRebelChivas Regal
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV56.5%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£120£150
Rating5.00/5

Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon - Distiller's Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value33/100

Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon - Distiller's Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon - Distiller's Collection is better value at £120 vs £150.

For beginners: Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon - Distiller's Collection

Pros

  • +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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 (£150 vs £120)

Who should buy Rebel?

Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon - Distiller's Collection 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 Chivas?

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToastedMalt Extract

Only Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon - Distiller's Collection

New Wood

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

HoneyDried Fruit

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