Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glentauchers
★ 5.00
£113
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£150
| Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glentauchers | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 51.5% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £112.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Quick verdict
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £113 vs £150.
For beginners: Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£112.95 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £112.95)
Who should buy Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 21 Year Old 2007 (cask 12199) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
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
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