Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Discovery Series #13 vs Chivas Regal Ultis
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Discovery Series #13
Bardstown Bourbon Co
£145
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
| Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Discovery Series #13 | Chivas Regal Ultis | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bardstown Bourbon Co | Chivas Regal |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 55.4% | 40% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £144.5 | £170 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Discovery Series #13
Chivas Regal Ultis
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Discovery Series #13
Chivas Regal Ultis
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Discovery Series #13 is better value at £145 vs £170.
For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Discovery Series #13
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£144.5 vs £170)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — 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 £144.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bardstown?
Bardstown Bourbon Co. Straight Bourbon Whiskey - Discovery Series #13 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
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