Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs Kilkerran 9 Year Old - Open Day 2015 (35cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£150
Kilkerran 9 Year Old - Open Day 2015 (35cl)
Kilkerran
£199
| Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | Kilkerran 9 Year Old - Open Day 2015 (35cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Kilkerran |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 58.3% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Kilkerran 9 Year Old - Open Day 2015 (35cl)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Kilkerran 9 Year Old - Open Day 2015 (35cl)
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 £199.
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 affordable (£150 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Kilkerran 9 Year Old - Open Day 2015 (35cl)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −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 Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 9 Year Old - Open Day 2015 (35cl) 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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