Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s vs Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£70
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£67
| Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s | Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.8% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £69.99 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £67 vs £70.
For beginners: Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.99 vs £66.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 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 Islay?
Islay #4 11 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 Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Chivas Regal 12 Year Old - 1980s
Only Islay #4 11 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)