Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 years old Tasting note

By Miguel at 2011 Oct,24 in Tasting , Chivas

“An incredible whisky from Chivas brothers. Really complex and with a long good finish.”

Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 year Sapphire Flagon

This rich and complex scotch blended whisky from Chivas is aged for 21 years in oak casks before bottling in handcrafted porcelain flagons.

Royal Salute was launched on 2nd June 1953 as a tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on her Coronation Day. The name of this exceptional Scotch Whisky comes from the 21 Gun Royal Salute, which is fired as a mark of respect for powerful dignitaries.

At her coronation, the crown of Queen Elizabeth II was set in rubies, sapphires and emeralds. These precious stones remain the inspiration for the colours of Royal Salute's handcrafted flagons, therefore bottle colour may vary.

One of the best Chivas whiskies I have ever tried. If you like this you should consider the overpriced Johnnie Walker Blue Label.

This dram has a cooper-like color.

Nose (91): powerful. baked apples, honey, vanilla, floral, salt, citrus, a little smoke.

Palate (93): smooth, oily, powerful. fruity, spices, honey, smoke, vanilla, a little chocolate.

Finish (92): very long. fruity, wood, spices, honey.

So based on other whiskies I have already tasted I rate this Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 year Sapphire Flagon with 92 points over 100.