Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory)
Longmorn
£42
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Longmorn | Clynelish |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £42.34 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory) is better value at £42 vs £57.
For beginners: Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£42.34 vs £57.12)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £42.34)
Who should buy Longmorn?
Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 Longmorn 17 Year Old 1996 (cask 105081) - (Signatory)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)