Chivas Regal Ultis vs Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Chivas Regal UltisPenderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)
DistilleryChivas RegalPenderyn
Region
CountryScotlandWales
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV40%57%
AgeNASNAS
Price£170£130.07
Rating5.00/5

Chivas Regal Ultis

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value29/100

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Chivas Regal Ultis

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72) is better value at £130 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 £130.07)

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£130.07 vs £170)

Cons

  • High ABV (57%) — 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 Penderyn?

Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72) 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Chivas Regal Ultis

Fresh FruitMalt Extract

Only Penderyn Ex-Amontillado Sherry Single Cask (cask S72)

SherriedNutty

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