Chivas Regal Ultis vs GlenAllachie 12 Year Old - 1980s

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

Chivas Regal UltisGlenAllachie 12 Year Old - 1980s
DistilleryChivas RegalGlenAllachie
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£170£199
Rating5.00/5

Chivas Regal Ultis

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value29/100

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Chivas Regal Ultis

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £199.

For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Chivas Regal Ultis

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£170 vs £199)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old - 1980s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 vs £170)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy GlenAllachie?

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old - 1980s 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

Both taste of

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

Only Chivas Regal Ultis

Fresh Fruit

Only GlenAllachie 12 Year Old - 1980s

Old Wood

Explore more