Darkness! Tobermory 17 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Tobermory 17 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£58
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Darkness! Tobermory 17 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Clynelish |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.2% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £57.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Darkness! Tobermory 17 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Darkness! Tobermory 17 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
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 £58.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Tobermory 17 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Pros
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£57.95 vs £57.12)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£57.12 vs £57.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Darkness!?
Darkness! Tobermory 17 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish 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 Darkness! Tobermory 17 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)