Chivas Regal 13 Year Manchester United Special Edition American Rye Cask Finish Blended Scotch Whisky 750ml

Chivas Regal 13 Year Manchester United Special Edition is the iconic US exclusive limited edition Scotch whisky launched in October 2019 to celebrate the partnership between Chivas Regal and Manchester United Football Club, with the 13 year age statement specifically honoring the 13 English Premier League titles won by the club under the legendary management of Sir Alex Ferguson during his historic 1986 to 2013 tenure at Old Trafford. This was the first 13 Year aged release in Chivas Regal's US portfolio history, hand crafted by Master Blender Sandy Hyslop from a selection of malt and grain whiskies aged at least 13 years and then selectively finished in American Rye Whisky casks (the first Chivas Regal expression to use American rye barrels for finishing). The American rye casks magnify the sweet, delicate vanilla character already present in the Chivas house style, layering additional rye spice, dried fruit, and gentle sweetness on top of the underlying Chivas richness. Chivas Brothers traces its history to 1801 when James and John Chivas established their grocery business in Aberdeen, Scotland, with the firm receiving a royal warrant from Queen Victoria in 1843; modern Chivas Regal is produced at Strathisla Distillery in Keith, Moray, Speyside, the oldest continuously operating Highland distillery (founded 1786). Presented in a striking red and white Manchester United themed gift box featuring Sir Alex Ferguson's signature and historic match imagery, this is a US exclusive limited edition that has now sold through at most major retailers and is increasingly sought after by football fans, Chivas collectors, and whisky enthusiasts alike. Bottled at 40% ABV in 750ml.

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Tasting Notes

Color: Warm bright amber with golden honey highlights from the American rye cask finishing.

Nose: Impressive depth, with toffee, green apple, caramel sauce, cinnamon, honey, ripe pears, vanilla, roasted nuts that develop a sherry like warmth over time, and the unmistakable Chivas house signature of polished orchard fruit elegance.

Palate: Exceptionally smooth and mellow, with sweet and juicy citrus orange, creamy milk chocolate, dusting of cinnamon, big green apple fruitiness, vanilla, caramel, mild rye spice, butterscotch, and a silky integrated blend of malt and grain character lifted by the American rye finishing.

Finish: Long, warming, and slightly spicy, with lingering sweetness, toffee, vanilla, gentle oak, soft rye warmth, and a clean Chivas fade.

FAQ

Why 13 Years? The 13 Year age statement is a direct tribute to the 13 English Premier League titles won by Manchester United under the management of Sir Alex Ferguson during his historic 27 year tenure at the club (1986 to 2013). Sir Alex is widely regarded as one of the greatest football managers in the history of the sport, having delivered Manchester United an unprecedented run of domestic and European success, including the 1999 UEFA Champions League Treble. This was also the first 13 Year aged Chivas Regal expression ever released in the US market, making it doubly significant within the Chivas portfolio history.

What does American rye cask finishing add? Chivas Regal traditionally matures its blends in standard Scottish oak casks (ex bourbon and ex sherry), which deliver the brand's signature honey, vanilla, and orchard fruit character. For this Manchester United Special Edition, Master Blender Sandy Hyslop made the unusual decision to selectively finish a portion of the blend in casks that previously held American rye whisky. The rye cask wood contributes additional sweet spice, dried fruit, gentle warmth, and a distinct cinnamon edge that complements the standard Chivas house style without overpowering it. This was the first Chivas Regal expression ever to use American rye casks for finishing.

Is this the same as Chivas Extra 13 Year? No. Chivas Brothers has released multiple 13 Year expressions in recent years, all part of a broader brand initiative to deepen the Chivas aged range. The Chivas Extra 13 family includes the original Sherry Cask, American Rye Cask, Tequila Cask, Bourbon Cask, and others, each finished in a different secondary cask type. The Manchester United Special Edition is the original US exclusive Sir Alex Ferguson tribute release using American rye cask finishing, distinguished by its red and white Manchester United themed presentation packaging and Sir Alex's signature. The regular Chivas Extra 13 American Rye Cask uses similar liquid but in standard Chivas packaging.

Is this still available? The original Manchester United Special Edition Sir Alex Ferguson tribute packaging was a strictly limited 2019 US exclusive release and has since sold through at most major retailers. Sealed bottles in the original red and white Manchester United themed gift box are increasingly sought after by football fans, Chivas collectors, and whisky enthusiasts. The underlying American rye cask finished liquid remains available as part of the ongoing Chivas Extra 13 American Rye Cask expression in standard packaging.

Where can I buy Chivas Regal 13 Manchester United Edition online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.