Chivas Regal Ultis vs Glen Grant 1990 (cask 17246) (bottled 2017) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

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

Chivas Regal UltisGlen Grant 1990 (cask 17246) (bottled 2017) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
DistilleryChivas RegalGlen Grant
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%46%
AgeNAS27 yr
Price£170£206.62
Rating5.00/5

Chivas Regal Ultis

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

Glen Grant 1990 (cask 17246) (bottled 2017) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Chivas Regal Ultis

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Grant 1990 (cask 17246) (bottled 2017) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £207.

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 £206.62)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glen Grant 1990 (cask 17246) (bottled 2017) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£206.62 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 Glen?

Glen Grant 1990 (cask 17246) (bottled 2017) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyFresh FruitVanillaToasted

Only Chivas Regal Ultis

Malt Extract

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