Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£150
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Alistair Walker
£150
| Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Alistair Walker |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.7% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £150 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £150 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 £149.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — 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 Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Orkney 22 Year Old 2003 (cask 5748) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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