Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Tipperary
★ 4.75
£70
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Tipperary |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 59.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.12 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.75/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.75).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £70.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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 £69.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £57.12)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Tipperary?
Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish 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
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Tipperary 8 Year Old 2008 (cask RC00117) - Red Wine Cask Finish