Forest Whisky Blend Number Four vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

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

Forest Whisky Blend Number FourClynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
DistilleryForest DistilleryClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV47%46%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£54.5£57.12
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Forest Whisky Blend Number Four

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner50/100
Value92/100

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value88/100

Forest Whisky Blend Number Four

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Forest Whisky Blend Number Four is better value at £55 vs £57.

For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Forest Whisky Blend Number Four

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£54.5 vs £57.12)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.12 vs £54.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Forest?

Forest Whisky Blend Number Four suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

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 Forest Whisky Blend Number Four

SherriedSmokeyDried FruitToasted

Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

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