Chivas Regal Ultis vs Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5739) - The Spirit of The Lowlands
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5739) - The Spirit of The Lowlands
Bladnoch
£250
| Chivas Regal Ultis | Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5739) - The Spirit of The Lowlands | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Bladnoch |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 51.4% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £170 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Regal Ultis
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5739) - The Spirit of The Lowlands
Chivas Regal Ultis
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5739) - The Spirit of The Lowlands
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £250.
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 £250)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5739) - The Spirit of The Lowlands
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5739) - The Spirit of The Lowlands 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.
Tasting notes
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