Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Chivas Regal Ultis

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of ScotlandChivas Regal Ultis
DistilleryArdmoreChivas Regal
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV53%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£141.82£170
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Chivas Regal Ultis

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value29/100

Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Regal Ultis

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland is better value at £142 vs £170.

For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£141.82 vs £170)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Chivas Regal Ultis

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 (£170 vs £141.82)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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.

Who should buy Chivas?

Chivas Regal Ultis suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland

SmokeyOld WoodLeathery

Only Chivas Regal Ultis

HoneyFresh FruitMalt ExtractVanilla

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