Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629)
Filliers
★ 2.00
£42
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Filliers | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Belgium | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £41.73 | £57.12 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629) is better value at £42 vs £57.
For beginners: Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£41.73 vs £57.12)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (2.0 vs 5.0)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £41.73)
Who should buy Goldlys?
Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Goldlys 14 Year Old Manzanilla Cask Finish (cask 2629)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)