Chivas Regal Ultis vs Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland
Craigellachie
£125
| Chivas Regal Ultis | Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Craigellachie |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.2% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £170 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Regal Ultis
Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland
Chivas Regal Ultis
Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland is better value at £125 vs £170.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£170 vs £125)
Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +More affordable (£125 vs £170)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland 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
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Where to buy
Chivas Regal Ultis
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 1995 (bottled 2016) (cask 16011) - Malts of Scotland
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange