Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail)
Glen Elgin
£80
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Clynelish |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail)
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).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £80.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 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 £79.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Glen Elgin 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 3010) - Floc de Gascogne Barrique Finish (Pintail)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)