The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

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

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish WhiskeyClynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
DistillerySliabh LiagClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
AgeNAS15 yr
Price£44.5£57.12
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value100/100

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

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

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £45 vs £57.

For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£44.5 vs £57.12)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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

Pros

  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.12 vs £44.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 The Legendary Red Silkie Irish Whiskey

SherriedDried FruitSmokeyFresh FruitCooked Fruit

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

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

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