Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
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
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Smögen
★ 5.00
£88
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Smögen |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 61.1% |
| Age | 15 yr | 4 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £88.05 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £88.
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
- +More affordable (£57.12 vs £88.05)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 4 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.05 vs £57.12)
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 Smögen?
Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter 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 Smögen 4 Year Old French Quarter