Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin
Strane
£41

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strane | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £40.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin
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).
Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin is better value at £41 vs £57.
For beginners: Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£40.95 vs £57.12)
- +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 £40.95)
Who should buy Strane?
Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Both taste of
Only Strane Merchant Strength London Dry Gin
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)