Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 Year Old Scotch Whisky
Royal Salute 21 Year Old Scotch Whisky – Created for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II
Royal Salute 21 Year Old is one of the world's most prestigious and storied blended Scotch whiskies — created in 1953 to celebrate the coronation of HRH Queen Elizabeth II and named for the tradition of the 21 Gun Salute fired at the Tower of London for Royal celebrations. Aged for a minimum of 21 years, Royal Salute is a powerful, sophisticated, and opulent blend that has been the benchmark for luxury Scotch whisky for over seven decades.
Presented in the iconic hand-crafted porcelain flagon — a vessel as regal as the whisky it contains — Royal Salute 21 Year Old is the ultimate expression of Chivas Regal's commitment to luxury, craftsmanship, and the art of blending.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Sophisticated and opulent with ripened fruits, autumn flowers, hazelnuts, and a hint of sherry spice — the hallmark Royal Salute elegance
- Palate: Majestic and complex with ripe fruit, caramel, warm spice, and a rich, velvety texture that reflects 21+ years of patient maturation
- Finish: Long, luxurious, and deeply satisfying with lingering fruit, spice, and the refined grandeur of a truly great blended Scotch
Key Highlights
- ✔ Created in 1953 for the coronation of HRH Queen Elizabeth II
- ✔ Named for the 21 Gun Salute — the highest Royal ceremonial honour
- ✔ Minimum 21 years aged — powerful, sophisticated, and opulent
- ✔ Presented in the iconic hand-crafted porcelain flagon
- ✔ From Royal Salute by Chivas Regal — the benchmark for luxury blended Scotch
- ✔ Available at Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why was Royal Salute created?
Royal Salute was created in 1953 as a gift to celebrate the coronation of HRH Queen Elizabeth II — a whisky worthy of the most significant Royal occasion in a generation. It was named for the 21 Gun Salute tradition, the highest ceremonial honour fired at the Tower of London for Royal celebrations.
What makes Royal Salute different from Chivas Regal?
Royal Salute is Chivas Regal's ultra-premium luxury tier — aged for a minimum of 21 years and presented in iconic hand-crafted porcelain flagons. Where Chivas Regal focuses on accessible luxury, Royal Salute represents the absolute pinnacle of the house's blending artistry.
Where can I buy Royal Salute 21 Year Old?
You can purchase it online through Del Mesa Liquor with nationwide shipping available.