Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272183) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£150
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272183) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
North British
£130
| Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272183) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | North British |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 43% | 54.3% |
| Age | NAS | 31 yr |
| Price | £150 | £129.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272183) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272183) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272183) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £130 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 £129.99)
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272183) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£129.99 vs £150)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — 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 North?
North British 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 272183) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
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