Chivas Regal Ultis vs Renaissance Rum 2018 / Fino Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

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

Chivas Regal UltisRenaissance Rum 2018 / Fino Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
DistilleryChivas RegalRenaissance
Region
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£170£175
Rating5.00/5

Chivas Regal Ultis

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

Renaissance Rum 2018 / Fino Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Chivas Regal Ultis

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Renaissance Rum 2018 / Fino Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £175.

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 £175)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Renaissance Rum 2018 / Fino Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£175 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 Renaissance?

Renaissance Rum 2018 / Fino Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Chivas Regal Ultis

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToasted

Only Renaissance Rum 2018 / Fino Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

CitricSherriedVegetative

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