Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Three Cask Matured

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

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980sGlenmorangie 12 Year Old - Three Cask Matured
DistilleryChivas RegalGlenmorangie
Region
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£150£199
Rating5.00/5

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Three Cask Matured

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Three Cask Matured

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is better value at £150 vs £199.

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

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£150 vs £199)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Three Cask Matured

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 vs £150)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Three Cask Matured suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToasted

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Dried Fruit

Only Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - Three Cask Matured

New Wood

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