Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
DistilleryBen NevisChivas Regal
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV48.8%43%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£113.95£150
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner70/100
Value33/100

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £114 vs £150.

For beginners: Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£113.95 vs £150)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £113.95)

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Ben Nevis 22 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SherriedCooked FruitChocolateOld Wood

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToasted

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