"The Chivas Regal is... well... the value of a gift for the holiday season.... Um and it's a ... well it's a gift...." LOL you're really struggling to find something nice to say about this one.
I have a load of whisky in my bar. I had to stop drinking due to hemochromatosis and liver problems. 10 years later I still buy a bottle here and there so I got my Denver & Liely whisky glasses out and opened a bottle of Chivas. I plan on opening my bottles of Jonnie Blue if WW3 breaks out, I'm too worn out to really care.
Am 22 and haven't had a drop of alcohol but accidentally came across these videos and his voice now has me hooked just like bob Ross and the joy of painting. Smh I have a paper I should be working on....
It really comes down to personal preference. This is a very high quality blend in my opinion and a good all around scotch to have on hand. It's pretty approachable and smooth to most folks you may have over. If a slightly less sweet and a slightly smokier quality is desired, Johnny Black or Highland are options..
Chivas is like having 2 bottles in one. The top half has a Speyside fruitiness, but as you wander into the bottom half, it begins to get smokier. Every 2-3 drams is a little different. Red fruits, apricots, light smoke.
I think my biggest problem with the CR 12 is that the quality is just way too inconsistent. You never know what you're going to get. Some bottlings are quite nice, others are just meh. It's also a bit sweet for me - well, at least the last bottle I had was...
I completely have let blended scotch whiskies go. Add in a little bit more of money and get something like Singleton, Glenlivet 12 or that sort! That's the true way. Single malt or bourbon! No blended scotch shall be in my life, unless I happen to drink something real cheap
Yeah. Chivas - JW black. Both really good basics. I am happy to live at this level or just one level above. JW Green, Glenmorangie 10. I would rather save for a GS (Grand Seiko) or higher level Magico (loudspeakers).
Hi, Mr.Luening. Congrats for your great job, I am a big fan of your channel. Some friendly corrections to the history part, though: the Chivas brand was not born in 1801-as marketers make us believe-, in fact, James Chivas, the oldest of the Chivas brothers who got involved in the business and the founder of the brand, was born on Dec. 20th 1810 and arrived in Aberdeen with his family in 1834. He joined Alexander Edward, the owner of a store in 13 King Street in 1839. After Alexander Edward died in 1841 in a trip to Madeira, James Chivas bought the store and partnered with Charles Stewart to form Stewart & Chivas Co. Later in 1857, Stewart sold his part of the business and John Chivas (James' younger brother) entered the company. Next year, in 1858, Chivas Brothers was born. The 1801 part of the story is because that year was the founding of the store , located by then in 46 Castle Street, by a man named John Forrest. Another point: the second Scotch Blended Whisky in sales worldwide is Ballantine’s, not Chivas. Slàinte! And greetings from Venezuela.
I finished a bottle of Dewars and than moved to this one. I have to say that Dewars is much better blend, considering they are in the same price range. Chivas is fine, but really nothing special about it. And that screw cap just looks cheap.
Last cruise I was on I had the highest drink package and I enjoyed many single malt scotches. I had the bartender pour this one in my glass one day and almost gagged. The drink was free and I turned it back and wouldn't finish the glass.
After buying a whole galaxy of multicolored uppers, downers, screamers, laughers I guess he didn't have enough money to throw down on a decent bottle of scotch whiskey.
I opened a bottle of Chivas regal 12 years old a few days ago. To my utter surprise my last few pegs contained a few very tiny pieces of glass. When examined bottle cap upper inner orifice top portion had partly broken. I always drink my scotch neat my whiskey glass is in perfect shape. How do I bring it to the notice of Chivas Regal. Please advise.
Haven't had Chivas in a little over a year. Last time I remember it tasting sweet and fairly decent. I'm tempted to try it again but don't think I want an entire 750 of it for the collection tho.
Mystic Lol Had the same with Jack Daniels i had a glass when i turned 18 couple of weeks ago, and then i wonder how can people enjoy this? how can people taste the ingredients while I only taste alcohol and burn my tounge ?
@@KaranSingh-xt5bz cut it with some water, young one. Helps with hangover too. If it's still harsh use tonic water instead. The bubbles help decrease the burn while not tainting the flavor
@@Sexyhomedepot 2 years later.... i now enjoy Johnnie Walker Black, Chivas Regal, Antiquary 12, Balvenie 12 etc etc... with a little water it's the best thing there is !
Thanks for such a nice review. I live in Venezuela, and within the limits of our market, not being a connoisseur, I have always preferred Chivas-your review suggests why. At minute 11:30 you suggest another whisky, but unfortunately I didn't quite get the name. What is it? Thanks again
I am with Ralfy here - this is better than most mass market single malts. The caramel is not apparent on the taste at all, and the grains too are masked by the malts. It is intense in flavour and has depth - recent single malts I have had such as Glenfiddich 15, Laphroaig 10, Dalmore 15 are currently not as good as this - sad but true - no actually its a good thing as its only 20 quid a bottle!
Good whiskey, but expensive for his level. In Russia it costs 11.92 Pound sterling at a discount. Discount is good. Хороший виски, но дорогой для своего уровня. В России он стоит 11,92 Pound sterling по скидке. По скидке хорошо.
For the lower price range, nobody should drink anything lesser than Chivas Regal 12. Value for money whisky with hints and taste from its mixture of higher price blends.
I find it strange that everybody else gets it in the “affordable” range. In Australia, it’s higher up the shelves and where a cheap bottle might range $35-45 (Grant’s, Johnnie Red, Dewar’s), Chivas typically is a $50-65 bottle depend where you go. If it’s on sale near me it’s about $45. I don’t mind Chivas and I find it hits pretty hard so I get it when on sale sometimes. Lots of character on the nose and pretty sufficient in flavour for a blend imo, but I can pay the same price for Glen Moray which is at least tangibly more enjoyable; single malts drams with a few different labels to try, and sometimes even $10-15 cheaper than Chivas.
@@zogzog1063 why is it bad to mix whiskey and water? water actually changes at times enhances the flavour of whiskey. CR 12 far superior than JW Red. I say it ties JW Black, but double black is better.
@@ImmyT89 I agree with all you have said. To answer your question: (1) I accept there may be occasions where a little water is beneficial, at least I have seen experts who say so. However it is not for me - even if the drink is more than 40 proof. (2) In my opinion the proper way to drink whisky is small sips from a small glass. So one is not 'swilling' and I just don't get the necessity to - well - water down the product. I have heard of this 'enhancing' but so far I have not experienced it.
Hmm nice review it's better than some single malts! I like ChivasI buy it when it's on special offer.Its preferable to glenllivet non dated founders reserve single malt haha what isn't?
"So Good he couldn't even finish it". I find this Whiskey's aftertaste too "bitey". Not smooth at all. I received this as a gift. I would never purchase it myself. My Golden Retriever however likes it very much.
@@shj2000 Not true, actually he likes Fireball for example. It's not even fair to expect from him to like something cheaper because he just knows something much better (unfortunately more expensive)..
Blended Scotch is the most sold. But their reputation is falling. People are now more keen on single malt scotch. Slowly the market is gravitating towards single malt scotch. Blended Scotch will become a cheap option, a cheap introduction to Scotch & a Scotch for mixers & cocktails.
I've never liked this Whiskey, I wish I could put my finger on it why. The taste feels bottom shelf and there is a extra pounding headache the next day even when consumed in moderation. Same with Grants.
HybridEnergy That's your experience. I have drank it many times. Never got headaches unless I was dehydrated. Best not to mix it. It's best with 3 pieces of ice and a smile if water. You keep hydrated by watering it down as you go. Delicious drink, and decent quality for the price. I didn't know it was colored to make it look like that. That's a bit of a bummer.
Whiskey is very personal and subjective. The objective part isn't so difficult because identifying that it is a bit sweet and only a bit Smokey is easy. Saying that it is good, great or the best is a personal judgement. For some, even well versed scotch drinkers, this is the best. I really like it, it's pure class. How about a guy like Frank Sinatra that chose JD over everything? Oh yeah, and Frank and the Rat Pack loved Chivas..
Good review. I think Chivas has lost some of its complexity over the years. A lot of other better whiskies out there in that price point. Thank you sir.
If you drink your whisky without mixers, this stuff is truely undrinkable IMO once you have tried higher quality single malts. Actually ended up tipping the remainder of the bottle down the drain that's how much I disliked it.
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Keep picking you for the clarity you give. Thank you. Best no-nonsense reviewer out there that I've found.
I once tried doing what he does. My mouth exploded.
😂I did too. Now I’m getting used to it!
Man I cant even take the Listerine without watering it down
@@idontknowmissisipi Whole bottle, right? :)
Thanks
thank
"The Chivas Regal is... well... the value of a gift for the holiday season.... Um and it's a ... well it's a gift...."
LOL you're really struggling to find something nice to say about this one.
Tyler Durden M
“you say this is a friend and you give them this”
This ain’t no friend if you’re giving them this... 😂
Pretty sure he’ll drink it once and will stay for ever in his collection... but still better than the red label for sure
I have a load of whisky in my bar. I had to stop drinking due to hemochromatosis and liver problems. 10 years later I still buy a bottle here and there so I got my Denver & Liely whisky glasses out and opened a bottle of Chivas. I plan on opening my bottles of Jonnie Blue if WW3 breaks out, I'm too worn out to really care.
Am 22 and haven't had a drop of alcohol but accidentally came across these videos and his voice now has me hooked just like bob Ross and the joy of painting. Smh I have a paper I should be working on....
For a starter in the whisky tasting this is a very nice blend..... A bit on the sweet side but i love it for the rich flavors.
Well I'd rather get the Highland Park 12.. Only costs like 10-15% more and is MUCH better. Actually a proper whisky and not a cheap tasteless blend...
@@Ex0rz "proper whiskey"
What a dickish comment lol
It really comes down to personal preference. This is a very high quality blend in my opinion and a good all around scotch to have on hand. It's pretty approachable and smooth to most folks you may have over. If a slightly less sweet and a slightly smokier quality is desired, Johnny Black or Highland are options..
This was the first whisky I tasted after I got hooken on whiskeys.. and it literally ruined my day
Here in Brazil this whiskey indeed has the seal to prevent refilling. Cheers.
Chivas is a decent enough blend. I still prefer JW black though.
cato Black Label mops the floor with Chivas 12. By the way, I bought Chivas 18 & was decent, nothing special for me.
I agree.
Yeah that’s exactly what i was thinking
Agree. JW,Black is much much better👍👍👍🍀
Mmmm, burnt tires.
Chivas Regal is smooth AF!! I love JW double black so no such thing as too smokey. Chivas, a favorite of Hunter S. Thompson.
Chivas is like having 2 bottles in one. The top half has a Speyside fruitiness, but as you wander into the bottom half, it begins to get smokier. Every 2-3 drams is a little different. Red fruits, apricots, light smoke.
I think my biggest problem with the CR 12 is that the quality is just way too inconsistent. You never know what you're going to get. Some bottlings are quite nice, others are just meh. It's also a bit sweet for me - well, at least the last bottle I had was...
I completely have let blended scotch whiskies go. Add in a little bit more of money and get something like Singleton, Glenlivet 12 or that sort! That's the true way.
Single malt or bourbon! No blended scotch shall be in my life, unless I happen to drink something real cheap
Yeah. Chivas - JW black. Both really good basics. I am happy to live at this level or just one level above. JW Green, Glenmorangie 10. I would rather save for a GS (Grand Seiko) or higher level Magico (loudspeakers).
I’m not having a bad time with it cheers
one of my favorites
My favourite along with Johnny Walker Black Label
This is good for beginners because it is not so strong
Try Glenmorangie Original, even better for a beginner in my opinion, and good for non-beginners too!
What whisky was it that Horst recommended over this one?
Strathisla
I love Chivas....a lot of hate in the comment section
Hi, Mr.Luening. Congrats for your great job, I am a big fan of your channel. Some friendly corrections to the history part, though: the Chivas brand was not born in 1801-as marketers make us believe-, in fact, James Chivas, the oldest of the Chivas brothers who got involved in the business and the founder of the brand, was born on Dec. 20th 1810 and arrived in Aberdeen with his family in 1834. He joined Alexander Edward, the owner of a store in 13 King Street in 1839. After Alexander Edward died in 1841 in a trip to Madeira, James Chivas bought the store and partnered with Charles Stewart to form Stewart & Chivas Co. Later in 1857, Stewart sold his part of the business and John Chivas (James' younger brother) entered the company. Next year, in 1858, Chivas Brothers was born. The 1801 part of the story is because that year was the founding of the store , located by then in 46 Castle Street, by a man named John Forrest. Another point: the second Scotch Blended Whisky in sales worldwide is Ballantine’s, not Chivas. Slàinte! And greetings from Venezuela.
I drink it without ice and I like the aroma.
I finished a bottle of Dewars and than moved to this one. I have to say that Dewars is much better blend, considering they are in the same price range. Chivas is fine, but really nothing special about it. And that screw cap just looks cheap.
Last cruise I was on I had the highest drink package and I enjoyed many single malt scotches. I had the bartender pour this one in my glass one day and almost gagged. The drink was free and I turned it back and wouldn't finish the glass.
I bought a bottle today never tried it before I'm a big johny Walker and buchanan fan let's hope it's good
Cmon..this is bliss when compared to local varieties across the world.
63 comments and nobody mentions that this was Hunter S Thompson go to drink
thats why i'm here
Why I’m here
never heard of her
After buying a whole galaxy of multicolored uppers, downers, screamers, laughers I guess he didn't have enough money to throw down on a decent bottle of scotch whiskey.
nobody should care about that sick individual
I opened a bottle of Chivas regal 12 years old a few days ago. To my utter surprise my last few pegs contained a few very tiny pieces of glass. When examined bottle cap upper inner orifice top portion had partly broken. I always drink my scotch neat my whiskey glass is in perfect shape.
How do I bring it to the notice of Chivas Regal. Please advise.
After you finish drinking everything else and you find the bottle someone gave you for Christmas it's ok but not great.
Haven't had Chivas in a little over a year. Last time I remember it tasting sweet and fairly decent. I'm tempted to try it again but don't think I want an entire 750 of it for the collection tho.
Definitely has a place in my collection. A good dram, not exceptional but that's ok.
Can it be preferred over double black?
Double Black? No way. Maybe Black but to me not as good as Double Black. DB has much more character and smokiness.
This is the first alcohol I drank (today in new year's eve) and I didn't know that it burns when you drink it 😨😵
Mystic Lol Had the same with Jack Daniels i had a glass when i turned 18 couple of weeks ago, and then i wonder how can people enjoy this? how can people taste the ingredients while I only taste alcohol and burn my tounge ?
@@KaranSingh-xt5bz cut it with some water, young one. Helps with hangover too. If it's still harsh use tonic water instead. The bubbles help decrease the burn while not tainting the flavor
@@Sexyhomedepot 2 years later.... i now enjoy Johnnie Walker Black, Chivas Regal, Antiquary 12, Balvenie 12 etc etc... with a little water it's the best thing there is !
@@KaranSingh-xt5bz I didnt check the date. Probably because I had been drinking my own chivas as well lol
@@Sexyhomedepot try Scotch with sodawater.... delicious !
If i can't get suntory whisky i get chivas regal. Not every scotch needs to be 100 dollars plus
Thanks for such a nice review. I live in Venezuela, and within the limits of our market, not being a connoisseur, I have always preferred Chivas-your review suggests why. At minute 11:30 you suggest another whisky, but unfortunately I didn't quite get the name. What is it? Thanks again
strathisla
@@octaviostevaux2406 Thanks!
I am with Ralfy here - this is better than most mass market single malts. The caramel is not apparent on the taste at all, and the grains too are masked by the malts. It is intense in flavour and has depth - recent single malts I have had such as Glenfiddich 15, Laphroaig 10, Dalmore 15 are currently not as good as this - sad but true - no actually its a good thing as its only 20 quid a bottle!
not had QC for a few years, a bit young for me but was good of its kind
Good
For a blend Chivas 12 is actually not bad especially for the price. Better than Grouse or Whyte & Mackay
I thought Regal Chivas 12 has no grain whisky in it.
Blended
is a glencairn glass necessary for tasting a whisky? most bars that I know of only have tumbler glass...
I use it for Irish coffee or
jamesons, save the speysides for "sippin"
Personally I prefer Dewars 12 or Monkey Shoulder in this price range but presently am working my way through CR 12 and am quite enjoying it!
MS is very good value and has a place in my collection
It is not great but if you can get it for cheap then it is a decent shelf filler.
Dewar's 12 Y.O. vs Chivas 12 Y.O.
Which one is better?
Dewars hands down
Good price, not too much of a bite, lots of caramel and butterscotch. Good beginner dram.
very nice blend whisky for sure, especial for newbie like me, ima tasting it while watch this video
What do You think of Monkey Shoulder ?
We have a review of the Monkey Shoulder on our channel. You'll find it here ruclips.net/video/FwuTJCFr6jU/видео.html
This was a helpful review 🥃 👍
Im gonna try that later...
Good Blend.
Nice review! I see you have a new glass, in your opinion, is this the 'ultimate' whisky glass?
this is my fav whiskey so far
Great video, thanks!
Favorite every night whisky
Thanks for the review. I'll drink it anyways, it was a Christmas gift.
Dude...you sound exactly like Giovanni Giorgio!
Good whiskey, but expensive for his level. In Russia it costs 11.92 Pound sterling at a discount. Discount is good. Хороший виски, но дорогой для своего уровня. В России он стоит 11,92 Pound sterling по скидке. По скидке хорошо.
Try Metallica blackened whiskey it’s 90 proof please
All I drank when I was deployed in 2014. Eastern Europe specifically
For the lower price range, nobody should drink anything lesser than Chivas Regal 12. Value for money whisky with hints and taste from its mixture of higher price blends.
Strathisla sounds like it would be better indeed.
The best affordable whisky 🙏🏻
It’s good but the extra is way better
I find it strange that everybody else gets it in the “affordable” range.
In Australia, it’s higher up the shelves and where a cheap bottle might range $35-45 (Grant’s, Johnnie Red, Dewar’s), Chivas typically is a $50-65 bottle depend where you go. If it’s on sale near me it’s about $45.
I don’t mind Chivas and I find it hits pretty hard so I get it when on sale sometimes. Lots of character on the nose and pretty sufficient in flavour for a blend imo, but I can pay the same price for Glen Moray which is at least tangibly more enjoyable; single malts drams with a few different labels to try, and sometimes even $10-15 cheaper than Chivas.
I purchased my first bottle yesterday...I’m so impressed I’ll buy another today!
chivas is a fine bottle of whiskey
You drank an entire bottle of whiskey in a day?
Yes sir, throughout one day.
Chivas regal mouthwash
What are you talking about, mouthwash has a pleasant flavour.
just slightly better than the swill that is JW red
Interesting. I would like to say Red is for peasants. Pretty poor, in fact I would need even mix it with water.
@@zogzog1063 why is it bad to mix whiskey and water? water actually changes at times enhances the flavour of whiskey. CR 12 far superior than JW Red. I say it ties JW Black, but double black is better.
@@ImmyT89 I agree with all you have said. To answer your question: (1) I accept there may be occasions where a little water is beneficial, at least I have seen experts who say so. However it is not for me - even if the drink is more than 40 proof. (2) In my opinion the proper way to drink whisky is small sips from a small glass. So one is not 'swilling' and I just don't get the necessity to - well - water down the product.
I have heard of this 'enhancing' but so far I have not experienced it.
Switch over to what...? 10:35
Strathisla
just bought this bottle to try it out. after a minute and 15 seconds into this video i realized i shouldn't have bought this bottle.
Can relate. just opened it.
Hmm nice review it's better than some single malts! I like ChivasI buy it when it's on special offer.Its preferable to glenllivet non dated founders reserve single malt haha what isn't?
"Master Taster" - how does one become a Master Taster?
You have to defeat the previous Master Taster in single combat.
single malt combat?
@@alaricsoto1 I laughed out loud at this. 😂
@@bimscutney1242 my pleasure :)
I love it
"So Good he couldn't even finish it". I find this Whiskey's aftertaste too "bitey". Not smooth at all. I received this as a gift. I would never purchase it myself. My Golden Retriever however likes it very much.
What the heck was that last sentence 😂😂😂😂😂
@Peter Macias now i want to see a dog do regrettable things after one too many pints and walk around in shame the next day morning xD
My Favorite =)
Since I have tasted laphroaig 10 I can't enjoy too much any other whiskys. Lole love that earthy smoky taste prob the lore is even better
I don't drink much but I stopped buying it because the last bottles had a different taste. Better buy a much cheaper J&B
It isn't very good at all. Way too sweet yet somehow also harsh. Hard not to grimace when I drink it.
Yeah same
i love this guys laugh HAHA
Not so much. He doesn't like anything that isn't expensive. Does that make him a snob? Dunno.
@@shj2000 Not true, actually he likes Fireball for example. It's not even fair to expect from him to like something cheaper because he just knows something much better (unfortunately more expensive)..
Chivas 12 did nothing for me, didn’t really pic up anything apart from bitterness
Classic scotch for a classic person I reccomend it to everyone who enjoys a nice drink with a pipe.
Mee too smelled all that thing...atomic whisky...very sweet😮💨😮💨
That’s my sleep well 🍹 Drink 😁
00:38-00:42 ... That sounds like a snide remark towards political correctness... Brilliant
M P 3
M y name is Brayan
I love Chivas Regal. When I Die, I want a Bottle put down in My Casket!!!
Hey, Frank Sinatra was buried with his favorite , Jack Daniels.
@@Grimexperience62 I like a snort of JD now and then too!!
BETTERWORLD SGT0589 me 2, lol
BETTERWORLD SGT0589 i will do that for u dude
@Peter Macias sure!
Dreadful whisky. Chivas never do a decent whisky other than the revolve so they stopped doing that one.
Blended Scotch is the most sold. But their reputation is falling. People are now more keen on single malt scotch. Slowly the market is gravitating towards single malt scotch. Blended Scotch will become a cheap option, a cheap introduction to Scotch & a Scotch for mixers & cocktails.
My drink wen im hyped up excited lool if i was rich
Kinda think color be natural 12 years... Make you think. Blue Grass Green. Lol
❤
I've never liked this Whiskey, I wish I could put my finger on it why. The taste feels bottom shelf and there is a extra pounding headache the next day even when consumed in moderation. Same with Grants.
HybridEnergy That's your experience. I have drank it many times. Never got headaches unless I was dehydrated. Best not to mix it. It's best with 3 pieces of ice and a smile if water. You keep hydrated by watering it down as you go. Delicious drink, and decent quality for the price. I didn't know it was colored to make it look like that. That's a bit of a bummer.
The gargling is disgusting.
i never liked the chivas it tastes like bottom shelf, personally i feel JW black is far better blended 12 yr old
Whiskey is very personal and subjective. The objective part isn't so difficult because identifying that it is a bit sweet and only a bit Smokey is easy. Saying that it is good, great or the best is a personal judgement. For some, even well versed scotch drinkers, this is the best. I really like it, it's pure class. How about a guy like Frank Sinatra that chose JD over everything? Oh yeah, and Frank and the Rat Pack loved Chivas..
I used to like this until someone said it taste like reptile water
Especially on the nose
Meilleur
Hoarse Looney.
This is not an honest review. He clearly didnt like it at all.
True….
Good review. I think Chivas has lost some of its complexity over the years. A lot of other better whiskies out there in that price point. Thank you sir.
+Serby "A lot of other better whiskies out there in that price point."
For example please
Serby Yeah what alternatives sir ?
Sir?
Serby Here we are in 2019 and I payed $22, not bad for 12 yo
Like what
Chivas Regal is ok, it’s a whiskey that you don’t feel bad about mixing with Coca Cola because it’s cheap.
Not huge fan of scottie..im prefer cognag xo
If you drink your whisky without mixers, this stuff is truely undrinkable IMO once you have tried higher quality single malts. Actually ended up tipping the remainder of the bottle down the drain that's how much I disliked it.
Why not just give it away rather then tipping down the drain? Pretentious prick.
Yeah it is awful. Thankfully I only bought 5cl of the crap.
It taste awful just like drinking acetone :/
weakling
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Look s cheap Nice reviews