Chivas Regal Ultis vs Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2017
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2017
Lochnagar
£199
| Chivas Regal Ultis | Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2017 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Lochnagar |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 58.1% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £170 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Regal Ultis
Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2017
Chivas Regal Ultis
Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2017
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £199.
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 £199)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2017
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 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 Royal?
Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2017 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
Only Chivas Regal Ultis
Only Royal Lochnagar 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2017