Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Bunnahabhain |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46.3% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £150 | £115.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.25/5 |
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old is better value at £116 vs £150.
For beginners: Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £115.83)
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£115.83 vs £150)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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