Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£150
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
Caol Ila
£110
| Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.2% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £150 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
Quick verdict
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila) is better value at £110 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £109.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 The?
The Apothecary's Notebook 15 Year Old 2007 - Wemyss Malts (Caol Ila) 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.
Tasting notes
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