Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 vs Clynelish 5 Year Old / Bot.1960s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966Clynelish 5 Year Old / Bot.1960s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryAuchentoshanClynelish
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40.9%40%
Age44 yrNAS
Price£2999.95£4000
Rating4.67/5

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner70/100
Value2/100

Clynelish 5 Year Old / Bot.1960s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 5 Year Old / Bot.1960s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is better value at £3000 vs £4000.

For beginners: Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
  • +More affordable (£2999.95 vs £4000)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Clynelish 5 Year Old / Bot.1960s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£4000 vs £2999.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)

Who should buy Auchentoshan?

Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 5 Year Old / Bot.1960s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitLeathery

Only Clynelish 5 Year Old / Bot.1960s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Malt ExtractHoneyFragant

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