Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release

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

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980sMaker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release
DistilleryChivas RegalMaker's Mark
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlendedBourbon
ABV43%57.8%
AgeNASNAS
Price£150£144.95
Rating5.00/5

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

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

Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release is better value at £145 vs £150.

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £144.95)

Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£144.95 vs £150)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
  • 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 Maker's?

Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s

Malt ExtractDried Fruit

Only Maker's Mark Cellar Aged 2023 Release

ChocolateNew Wood

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