Chivas Regal Ultis vs Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£198
| Chivas Regal Ultis | Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 48.4% |
| Age | NAS | 8 yr |
| Price | £170 | £197.65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Chivas Regal Ultis
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £198.
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
- +More affordable (£170 vs £197.65)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£197.65 vs £170)
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 Octomore?
Octomore 8 Year Old 2011 (cask 13327) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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