J.G. Thomson 23 Year Old Blended Malt vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

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

J.G. Thomson 23 Year Old Blended MaltClynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
DistilleryJ.G Thomson & Co.Clynelish
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age23 yr15 yr
Price£93.76£57.12
Rating5.00/5

J.G. Thomson 23 Year Old Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

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

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

J.G. Thomson 23 Year Old Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £94.

For beginners: J.G. Thomson 23 Year Old Blended Malt is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

J.G. Thomson 23 Year Old Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£93.76 vs £57.12)
  • 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 affordable (£57.12 vs £93.76)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy J.G.?

J.G. Thomson 23 Year Old Blended Malt 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 J.G. Thomson 23 Year Old Blended Malt

SherriedOld WoodDried FruitChocolateToasted

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

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

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