The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

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

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan
DistilleryGlenDronachClynelish
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.2%46%
Age22 yr13 yr
Price£210£200
Rating5.00/5

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

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

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan is better value at £200 vs £210.

For beginners: Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 13 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£210 vs £200)

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

Pros

  • +More affordable (£200 vs £210)

Cons

  • 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 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Clynelish 13 Year Old 1990 (Bottled 2004) - Eilan Gillan

VanillaMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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