Clynelish 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) vs Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryClynelishMaster of Malt
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV43%45%
Age13 yr3 yr
Price£35.06£29.95
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £35.

For beginners: Clynelish 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory) is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 3 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£35.06 vs £29.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £35.06)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 13 Year Old 1998 (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 Indiana?

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractHoney

Only Clynelish 13 Year Old 1998 (Signatory)

OilyLeatheryOld Wood

Only Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

VanillaFresh FruitToasted

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