Chivas Regal Ultis vs Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Golden Rum Cask

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

Chivas Regal UltisGlenmorangie 12 Year Old - Golden Rum Cask
DistilleryChivas RegalGlenmorangie
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£170£199
Rating5.00/54.67/5

Chivas Regal Ultis

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

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Golden Rum Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value23/100

Chivas Regal Ultis

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Golden Rum Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Golden Rum Cask

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 vs £170)
  • Lower community rating (4.7 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Golden Rum Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Chivas Regal Ultis

Fresh FruitMalt Extract

Only Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Golden Rum Cask

Cooked Fruit

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