Chivas Regal Ultis vs Tomatin 29 Year Old 1989 (batch 18/088) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Chivas Regal Ultis
Chivas Regal
★ 5.00
£170
Tomatin 29 Year Old 1989 (batch 18/088) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Tomatin
£264
| Chivas Regal Ultis | Tomatin 29 Year Old 1989 (batch 18/088) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Chivas Regal | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 53.2% |
| Age | NAS | 29 yr |
| Price | £170 | £263.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Chivas Regal Ultis
Tomatin 29 Year Old 1989 (batch 18/088) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Chivas Regal Ultis
Tomatin 29 Year Old 1989 (batch 18/088) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Chivas Regal Ultis is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chivas Regal Ultis is better value at £170 vs £264.
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 affordable (£170 vs £263.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 29 Year Old 1989 (batch 18/088) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£263.95 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 29 Year Old 1989 (batch 18/088) - 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
Both taste of
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Only Tomatin 29 Year Old 1989 (batch 18/088) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)