Tullibardine 25 Year Old vs Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£155
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Clynelish
£147
| Tullibardine 25 Year Old | Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tullibardine | Clynelish |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 54.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £155 | £147.08 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) is better value at £147 vs £155.
For beginners: Tullibardine 25 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£155 vs £147.08)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£147.08 vs £155)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky) 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
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Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old
Only Clynelish 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 8684) - Artist #5 (La Maison du Whisky)