Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Brackla |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £246.99 | £219.99 |
| Rating | 4.29/5 | 5.00/5 |
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.29).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is better value at £220 vs £247.
For beginners: Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£246.99 vs £219.99)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£219.99 vs £246.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l 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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 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
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Only Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 4.5l
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old