Chivas Regal 18 year old

Profile: Chivas Regal 18 year old at a Glance

• Chivas Regal 18 year old - The Gentleman Among Blended Scotches
• Blended Scotch Whisky with over 20 selected single malts
• At its heart are malt whiskies from the traditional Strathisla Distillery
• Winner of the Gold Medal at the World Whiskies Awards 2024 in the Blended, 13 to 20 Year Old category
• Winner of the Silver Medal at the World Whiskies Awards 2023 in the Blended, 13 to 20 Year Old category
• 1. Place at the International Whisky Competition 2019 - Best Blended Scotch Whisky 18 Year Old

Portrait: What makes the Chivas Regal 18 year old special

There are whiskies that scream for attention - and then there is Chivas Regal 18 year old. It simply stands there, elegant, self-assured, perhaps raising an eyebrow when someone throws ice cubes into the glass. This blend is not a newcomer on the whisky stage, but rather the well-dressed regular in the front row - always charming, never intrusive. The story of Chivas Regal begins in the 19th century, when brothers James and John Chivas decided in Aberdeen that life was too short for bad whisky. A small delicatessen soon became a name synonymous worldwide with fine blended Scotch. The recipe for success? A knack for balance, patience – and probably a bit of Scottish stubbornness.
The Chivas 18 Year Old is, so to speak, the "tailor-made suit" of the range: mature, balanced, with a history that makes an impression. Over 20 different single malts are blended for it, many of them from the Strathisla Distillery in Keith, the oldest working distillery in the Highlands and the heart of Chivas Regal. Blending is, of course, done in the finest Scottish tradition – no hocus-pocus, but genuine craftsmanship, where Master Blender Colin Scott (or rather, his successors today) has the final say.
Chivas Regal 18 Year Old is therefore not a whisky that shouts "Party!" It's more the kind of whisky that saves the evening when everyone else is already arguing about politics. A whisky for people with style who know that understatement is sometimes the loudest language – and that 18 years of patience can be a very good investment.

Conclusion: A classic premium blend that impresses with its harmony and complexity. The Chivas Regal 18 Year Old shows how many individual parts come together to form a mature, harmonious whole – elegant, balanced, and timeless.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Chivas Regal 18 Year Old tastes like

• Nose: Complex and multifaceted. Sweet aromas of dried fruit and toffee combine with hints of dark chocolate, a touch of vanilla, and a hint of oak. Subtle spice aromas and a fine, creamy impression round off the picture.

• Palate: Smooth and harmonious. Caramel, honey, and ripe fruit take center stage, accompanied by subtle nutty and spicy notes. A pleasing balance of sweetness and oak lends the blend depth and structure without being overpowering.

• Finish: Long, warm, and balanced. Gentle oak spice and hints of cocoa and dried fruit linger. The aftertaste is round and elegant—a typical Chivas finish with fine balance.