The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 10201) - The Single Malts of Scotland

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 10201) - The Single Malts of Scotland
DistilleryGlenDronachClynelish
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.2%56.2%
Age22 yr23 yr
Price£210£225.95
Rating5.00/5

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value24/100

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 10201) - The Single Malts of Scotland

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 10201) - The Single Malts of Scotland

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £226.

For beginners: Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 10201) - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£210 vs £225.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 10201) - The Single Malts of Scotland

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£225.95 vs £210)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 10201) - The Single Malts of Scotland suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedHoney

Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Dried FruitChocolateToasted

Only Clynelish 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 10201) - The Single Malts of Scotland

Old WoodVanillaNutty

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