Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 4.00
£54
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 68.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £53.73 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £54 vs £66.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£53.73 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £53.73)
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6470) (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)