Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Chivas Regal Ultis
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Balblair
£125
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
| Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Chivas Regal Ultis | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40.4% | 40% |
| Age | 35 yr | NAS |
| Price | £124.95 | £170 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £125 vs £170.
For beginners: Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£124.95 vs £170)
Cons
- −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 £124.95)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 35 Year Old 1966 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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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