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Chivas Regal 12 Year Old
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Chivas Regal 12 Year Old

Origin
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Scotland
Strength40%
Price Tier
LIBRARIAN'S VERDICT

The definitive luxury blend. It proves that blended scotch can be every bit as nuanced as a single malt—a masterclass in smoothness and consistency.

The Library Note

Founded by James and John Chivas in Aberdeen in 1801, the Chivas Brothers began as a luxury grocery store. They were pioneers in the art of blending, creating a smooth style that became a favorite of Queen Victoria. Chivas 12 is built around the single malt from Strathisla, the oldest operating distillery in the Highlands.

Sommelier's Perspective

THE NOSE

Aromatic infusion of wild herbs, heather, honey, and orchard fruits.

THE PALATE

Round and creamy with a full, rich taste of honey and ripe apples, with vanilla, hazelnut, and butterscotch notes.

THE FINISH

Rich and lingering.

Sensory Profile

SmokySweetComplexBitterFloral

THE PERFECT SERVE

The 'Chivas Highball': 2 oz Chivas 12, top with soda water and garnish with an orange slice. The effervescence opens up the honeyed fruit notes.

Composition

Malted Barley
Corn
Rye
Spring Water

EXPERT TECHNIQUE

A blend of malt and grain whiskies aged for a minimum of 12 years, with a high proportion of Speyside malts for fruitiness and smoothness.

Collector’s Private Ledger

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Archival Status

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