Chivas Regal 12 Year Old / Miniature Blended Scotch Whisky vs Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old / Miniature Blended Scotch Whisky
Chivas Regal
£6
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pulteney
★ 4.11
£4
| Chivas Regal 12 Year Old / Miniature Blended Scotch Whisky | Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.5 | £4.32 |
| Rating | — | 4.11/5 |
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old / Miniature Blended Scotch Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old / Miniature Blended Scotch Whisky
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is rated higher (4.11 vs 0.00).
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) is better value at £4 vs £6.
For beginners: Chivas Regal 12 Year Old / Miniature Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old / Miniature Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.5 vs £4.32)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.1/5)
- +More affordable (£4.32 vs £5.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Regal 12 Year Old / Miniature Blended Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling) 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 Old Pulteney 12 Year Old (Old Bottling)