Caledonian 45 Year Old 1965 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) vs Chivas Regal Ultis
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1965 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Caledonian
★ 5.00
£150
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
| Caledonian 45 Year Old 1965 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) | Chivas Regal Ultis | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caledonian | Chivas Regal |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 47.3% | 40% |
| Age | 45 yr | NAS |
| Price | £149.7 | £170 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1965 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1965 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Quick verdict
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1965 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) is better value at £150 vs £170.
For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1965 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£149.7 vs £170)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Chivas Regal Ultis
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£170 vs £149.7)
Who should buy Caledonian?
Caledonian 45 Year Old 1965 - The Clan Denny (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Regal Ultis suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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