Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (Signatory) vs Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)
Clynelish
£39
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ezra Brooks
★ 5.00
£41
| Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (Signatory) | Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Ezra Brooks |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 49.5% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £38.7 | £41.09 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Quick verdict
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (Signatory) is better value at £39 vs £41.
For beginners: Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.7 vs £41.09)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.09 vs £38.7)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 20 Year Old 1990 (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 Ezra?
Ezra Brooks 99 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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