Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury vs Chivas Regal Ultis
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
Balblair
£127
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
| Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury | Chivas Regal Ultis | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 52.9% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £127.1 | £170 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
Chivas Regal Ultis
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
Chivas Regal Ultis
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury is better value at £127 vs £170.
For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£127.1 vs £170)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — 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 £127.1)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 23 Year Old 1990 (cask 10116) - Kingsbury 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.
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
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