Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s vs Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£150
Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£147
| Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s | Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46.8% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £150 | £147.22 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old is better value at £147 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £147.22)
Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£147.22 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old 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
Only Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Only Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old
Where to buy
Chivas Century of Malts - 1980s
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Timorous Beastie 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange