Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory)
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
Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory)
Balmenach
£48
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Balmenach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.1% |
| Age | 15 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £47.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory) is better value at £48 vs £57.
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)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 9 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £47.95)
Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £57.12)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −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 Balmenach?
Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory) 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 Balmenach 9 Year Old 2016 - 100 Proof Edition #57 (Signatory)