Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky
Cragganmore
£57
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £56.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky
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).
Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky is better value at £57 vs £57.
For beginners: Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£56.95 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 £56.95)
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky 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 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 Cragganmore 2008 Distillers Edition / Bot.2020 Speyside Whisky
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)