Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky vs Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky
Clynelish
£2750

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Auchentoshan
★ 4.67
£3000
| Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky | Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Auchentoshan |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40.9% |
| Age | NAS | 44 yr |
| Price | £2750 | £2999.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.67/5 |
Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Quick verdict
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky is better value at £2750 vs £3000.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£2750 vs £2999.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£2999.95 vs £2750)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky
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