Starward 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 1870) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Starward 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 1870)
Starward
£91
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Starward 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 1870) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Starward | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.4% | 46% |
| Age | 5 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £90.78 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Starward 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 1870)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Starward 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 1870)
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 £91.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Starward 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 1870)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£90.78 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 £90.78)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Starward?
Starward 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 1870) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Starward 5 Year Old 2016 (cask 1870)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)