Chivas Regal Ultis vs Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Linkwood
£135
| Chivas Regal Ultis | Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Linkwood |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 53.8% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £170 | £134.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Regal Ultis
Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £135 vs £170.
For beginners: Chivas Regal Ultis is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Chivas Regal Ultis
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 (£170 vs £134.5)
Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +More affordable (£134.5 vs £170)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Chivas?
Chivas Regal Ultis suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Linkwood?
Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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Only Chivas Regal Ultis
Only Linkwood 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 22605907) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)