Paul John 2015 (cask 6414) (bottled 2021) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Millstone 100 Rye Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Paul John 2015 (cask 6414) (bottled 2021) - Berry Bros. & RuddMillstone 100 Rye Whisky
DistilleryPaul JohnMillstone Whisky
Region
CountryIndiaThe Netherlands
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV58.9%50%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£133.95£102.82
Rating5.00/5

Paul John 2015 (cask 6414) (bottled 2021) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

Millstone 100 Rye Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value49/100

Paul John 2015 (cask 6414) (bottled 2021) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Millstone 100 Rye Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is better value at £103 vs £134.

For beginners: Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Paul John 2015 (cask 6414) (bottled 2021) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£133.95 vs £102.82)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Millstone 100 Rye Whisky

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£102.82 vs £133.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Paul?

Paul John 2015 (cask 6414) (bottled 2021) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 Millstone?

Millstone 100 Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Paul John 2015 (cask 6414) (bottled 2021) - Berry Bros. & Rudd

SmokeyMedicinalLeatheryOld Wood

Only Millstone 100 Rye Whisky

VanillaNew WoodCooked MashHusky

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