Teaninich 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 702608) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 702608) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Teaninich
★ 2.00
£64
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Teaninich 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 702608) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Teaninich | Clynelish |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 46% |
| Age | 9 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £63.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | 2.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 702608) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 702608) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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 2.00).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £64.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 702608) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£63.95 vs £57.12)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 £63.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 702608) - 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.
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 Teaninich 9 Year Old 2012 (cask 702608) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)