Benrinnes 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 11712 & 11716) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Chivas Regal Ultis
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 11712 & 11716) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£190
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
| Benrinnes 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 11712 & 11716) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Chivas Regal Ultis | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £189.99 | £170 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 11712 & 11716) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Benrinnes 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 11712 & 11716) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £190.
For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 11712 & 11716) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£189.99 vs £170)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£170 vs £189.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 25 Year Old 1996 (cask 11712 & 11716) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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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