Glen Scotia 18 Year Old vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Glen Scotia 18 Year OldChivas Century of Malts - 1980s
DistilleryGlen ScotiaChivas Regal
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%43%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£129.95£150
Rating3.56/55.00/5

Glen Scotia 18 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value27/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Glen Scotia 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.56).

Glen Scotia 18 Year Old is better value at £130 vs £150.

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

Glen Scotia 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +More affordable (£129.95 vs £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (3.6 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)

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £129.95)

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Scotia 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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

ToastedDried Fruit

Only Glen Scotia 18 Year Old

SherriedTobaccoLeathery

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractHoneyVanilla

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Glen Scotia 18 Year Old

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