Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025

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

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980sLoch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025
DistilleryChivas RegalLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%46.7%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£150£225.12
Rating5.00/5

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025

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 £225.

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 £225.12)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£225.12 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 Loch?

Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025 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

VanillaToasted

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractHoneyDried Fruit

Only Loch Lomond 22 Year Old 153rd Royal Portrush The Open Course Collection 2025

New WoodOld Wood

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