Deanston 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 900126) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Deanston 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 900126) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Deanston
★ 5.00
£79
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Deanston 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 900126) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Deanston | Clynelish |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 64.6% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £79.27 | £57.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Deanston 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 900126) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Deanston 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 900126) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £79.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Deanston 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 900126) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (64.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.27 vs £57.12)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.12 vs £79.27)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Deanston?
Deanston 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 900126) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 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 Deanston 11 Year Old 2006 (cask 900126) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)