Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Clynelish
£166
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£150
| Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger | Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Scotch | Blended |
| ABV | 49.1% | 43% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £165.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
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 £166.
For beginners: Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£165.95 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 £165.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Highland?
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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
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