Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
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
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
Spirit of Hven
★ 5.00
£69
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Spirit of Hven |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Sweden |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 45% |
| Age | 15 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.12 | £69.1 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £69.
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 £69.1)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£69.1 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 Spirit?
Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Spirit of Hven Seven Stars No. 7 Alkaid