Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Jura
£67
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Clynelish |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £67.36 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £67.
For beginners: Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£67.36 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 £67.36)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Jura 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 20057) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)