Cameronbridge 35 Year Old 1984 (cask 13336) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Chivas Regal Ultis
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cameronbridge 35 Year Old 1984 (cask 13336) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cameron Bridge
★ 5.00
£173
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
| Cameronbridge 35 Year Old 1984 (cask 13336) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Chivas Regal Ultis | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cameron Bridge | Chivas Regal |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 40% |
| Age | 35 yr | NAS |
| Price | £172.95 | £170 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cameronbridge 35 Year Old 1984 (cask 13336) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Cameronbridge 35 Year Old 1984 (cask 13336) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £173.
For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Cameronbridge 35 Year Old 1984 (cask 13336) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£172.95 vs £170)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£170 vs £172.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cameronbridge?
Cameronbridge 35 Year Old 1984 (cask 13336) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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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