Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Forest Whisky Blend Number Nine Gift Pack with Glass
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
Forest Whisky Blend Number Nine Gift Pack with Glass
Forest Distillery
£63
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Forest Whisky Blend Number Nine Gift Pack with Glass | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Forest Distillery |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47% |
| Age | 15 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Forest Whisky Blend Number Nine Gift Pack with Glass
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Forest Whisky Blend Number Nine Gift Pack with Glass
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £57 vs £63.
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 £62.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Forest Whisky Blend Number Nine Gift Pack with Glass
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£62.95 vs £57.12)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Forest?
Forest Whisky Blend Number Nine Gift Pack with Glass suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Forest Whisky Blend Number Nine Gift Pack with Glass