Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
DistilleryHighland ParkChivas Regal
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV55%43%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£169.95£150
Rating5.00/5

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is better value at £150 vs £170.

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

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£169.95 vs £150)
  • 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 affordable (£150 vs £169.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Highland?

Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) 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

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Highland Park 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 800199) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)

SmokeyOld WoodSherried

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToasted

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