Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition
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
The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition
Sutcliffe & Son
★ 4.00
£83
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Sutcliffe & Son |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.12 | £82.58 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £83.
For beginners: The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition is more approachable (75/100 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 £82.58)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.58 vs £57.12)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 The?
The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only The Exceptional Blend - 1st Edition