Chivas Regal Ultis vs The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition
The Macallan
£199
| Chivas Regal Ultis | The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | The Macallan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £170 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Regal Ultis
The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition
Chivas Regal Ultis
The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £199.
For beginners: The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Chivas Regal Ultis
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£170 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £170)
- −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 The?
The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition 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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Chivas Regal Ultis
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan 12 Year Old Triple Cask Special Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange