Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
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
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Craigellachie
★ 4.00
£60
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Craigellachie |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 62% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
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 £60.
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 £59.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£59.95 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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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 Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)