Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980sGlenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryChivas RegalGlenturret
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%47.7%
AgeNAS35 yr
Price£150£199.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value25/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is better value at £150 vs £200.

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
  • +More affordable (£150 vs £199.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 vs £150)

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 Glenturret?

Glenturret 35 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 Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaToasted

Only Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Old WoodSherriedNuttyTobacco

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