Chivas Regal Ultis vs Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

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

Chivas Regal UltisClynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryChivas RegalClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%52.2%
AgeNAS24 yr
Price£170£270
Rating5.00/5

Chivas Regal Ultis

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

Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Chivas Regal Ultis

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £270.

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 £270)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£270 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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Chivas Regal Ultis

HoneyFresh FruitMalt ExtractVanilla

Only Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitOily

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