Chivas whiskey: The complete guide to alcohol

7 facts about Chivas

1. Chivas is a Scotch whisky

   Each scotch tape Chivas whiskey has its own unique formula and a combination of carefully selected aged spirits that create its unique character, taste and aroma.

2. Brothers James and John Chivas

   In the mid-nineteenth century in Aberdeen, brothers James and John Chivas began experimenting with different types of aged whiskeys in the basement of their store. This innovative solution will soon change the history of Chivas Brothers forever.

   

3. Distillery

   The spiritual home of Chivas is the distillery, which is a distillery Strataila, is the oldest operating distillery in the North Scottish Highlands, founded back in 1786. By the way, the basis for all Chivas Regal blends is single malt whiskey Strathisla.

4. What Chivas Regal is made of?

   The entire technological process for the production of Chivas Regal is unique. This Scotch is made from spring water, mature grains and fresh yeast. In addition, the Speyside region, where Chivas Regal is produced, has left its mark on the taste and aroma of the drink. A light smoky flavor is present in all types of alcohol.

5. Confusion over the years

   The neck of the Chivas Regal bottle reads: "Founded in Aberdeen 1801". But the first Chivas Regal appeared only in 1909. It turns out that the elements that make up the history of the brand appeared at different times: the grocery store that became the basis of the distilling business in 1801, and the first ever blended Scotch whiskey Chivas Regal 25 in 1909.

   

6. Pernod Ricard

   In 2000, the famous alcoholic beverage giant Pernod Ricard became the successor of the brand, which bought the rights to produce the branded drink. Today, the Chivas brand is present in the markets of more than two hundred countries, remaining faithful to traditions and conducting new experiments to create exclusive blends for its fans.

7. A great gift

   Chivas Regal 12 is well suited as a gift and for the first acquaintance.

Types of Chivas whiskey

The strength of the entire Chivas Regal line is 40% by volume.

1. Chivas Regal 12

   

   Blended from several whiskeys and aged for at least 12 years in oak barrels. This drink has received many prestigious awards.

2. The Chivas Brothers Blend

   

   A special whiskey, created in the style of the Chivas brothers and is a blend of 12-year-old varieties. The drink has a mild and light taste, which is drunk exclusively in its pure form. This product is exclusive to Duty Free.

3. Chivas Regal EXTRA

   

   The secret of this whiskey's taste lies in the selective mixing of whiskey aged from 12 to 15 years in oak sherry barrels. This drink is consumed neat or with a cigar .

4. Chivas Regal 18

   

   For the production of this blend, 18-year-old spirits are used. The drink has a velvety taste with light notes of flowers and smoke.

5. Chivas Regal 25

   

   This whiskey does not change its age-old traditions and is produced according to the original recipe, which is almost 110 years old. The drink has a fruity honey flavor with light notes of marzipan and almonds.

6. Chivas Regal The Icon

   

   The pearl of the Chivas Regal collection. The composition of this drink includes more than 20 rare varieties of Scotch whiskey. The elite nature of the product is emphasized by the bottle, which is handmade from crystal by Dartington Crystal craftsmen.

7. Chivas Royal Salute 21

   

   First produced in 1953 in honor of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. The drink got its name in honor of the fact that, according to British tradition, the coronation is accompanied by 21 salutes.

   Only the rarest Scotch whiskeys are used for this scotch, which are aged for at least 21 years in sherry or bourbon casks.

   The aroma of the drink is characterized by sophistication, dominated by delicate floral notes. The taste is sweet, with a slight caramel flavor and salty-sweet notes. The drink has a very pleasant smoky long aftertaste.

8. Chivas Royal Salute 100 Cask

   

   Aged in oak sherry and bourbon barrels. Exquisite aroma of sweet plums and vanilla, tinged with woody notes of oak barrels. The blend contains three Speyside single malt: 25 years old (with a floral aroma), 30 years old (with a nutty aroma), 40 years old (with a marzipan, vanilla and cherry aroma). A very pleasant, stylish whiskey with a long aftertaste.

   Prototype packaging (porcelain decanter): a collection of Chinese porcelain of the Windsors, the ruling royal dynasty. The decanter has a hand-painted gold leaf.

How to drink Chivas?

Chivas is served as a digestif. Among the connoisseurs of this whiskey, it is customary to drink it exclusively in its pure form or in tandem with strong coffee and an expensive cigar.

The optimal serving temperature is considered to be a few degrees above room temperature. Low, massive rocks glasses are used as tableware.

Light and low-fat dishes are preferred for snacks.

How to distinguish a Chivas fake?

1. The original bottle must have an excise stamp on it. The exception is alcohol purchased in the Duty Free zone.

2. There should be no sediment at the bottom of the bottle.

3. When shaking a bottle of original whiskey, large bubbles should form in it, which retain their shape for some time.

4. The cork is always covered with a protective film and the Chivas Regal brand name. Many drinks have a "bubbly" neck. Embossed brand emblem at the base.

5. The label of the original whiskey should be embossed, and on the back side at the bottom there is an engraved date of bottling and a unique identification number assigned to each bottle (no repetitions).

6. All Chivas Regal brand products are sold only in gift wrapping.

Update: 25.03.2021

Category: Whiskey and Bourbon