Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange vs Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky ExchangeChivas Century of Malts - 1980s
DistilleryBoannChivas Regal
Region
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeIrishBlended
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£110£150
Rating5.00/5

Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is better value at £110 vs £150.

For beginners: Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£110 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 £110)

Who should buy Boann?

Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish 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

HoneyDried FruitToasted

Only Boann 2021 / 4 Year Old / Oloroso Cask / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

SherriedOld Wood

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractVanilla

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