Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 5 Campbeltown Whisky vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 5 Campbeltown WhiskyChivas Century of Malts - 1980s
DistilleryKilkerranChivas Regal
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£125£150
Rating5.00/5

Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 5 Campbeltown Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value33/100

Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 5 Campbeltown Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 5 Campbeltown Whisky is better value at £125 vs £150.

For beginners: Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 5 Campbeltown Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£125 vs £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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 (£150 vs £125)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Kilkerran?

Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 5 Campbeltown Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Chivas?

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Kilkerran Heavily Peated Batch 5 Campbeltown Whisky

SmokeyFresh FruitSandy

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractHoneyDried Fruit

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