Glen Keith 17 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Keith 17 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Glen Keith
★ 4.50
£120

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Keith 17 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) | Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Keith | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54.9% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Keith 17 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Glen Keith 17 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Quick verdict
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Glen Keith 17 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Keith 17 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Keith 17 Year Old 1996 - Cask Strength Edition (Chivas Brothers) 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.
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
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