Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - 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
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
Linkwood
★ 5.00
£46
| Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Linkwood |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 15 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £57.12 | £46.31 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
Quick verdict
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory is better value at £46 vs £57.
For beginners: Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £46.31)
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.31 vs £57.12)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Linkwood?
Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Linkwood 22 Year Old 1995 (casks 5953 & 5954) - Signatory