Kilkerran 16 Year Old (2023 Release) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilkerran 16 Year Old (2023 Release)
Kilkerran
★ 5.00
£75
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Kilkerran 16 Year Old (2023 Release) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilkerran | Clynelish |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £75 | £57.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kilkerran 16 Year Old (2023 Release)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Kilkerran 16 Year Old (2023 Release)
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 £75.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Kilkerran 16 Year Old (2023 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£75 vs £57.12)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.12 vs £75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 16 Year Old (2023 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown 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 Kilkerran 16 Year Old (2023 Release)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)