Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Cabernet Sauvignon

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Cabernet Sauvignon
DistilleryClynelishEdradour
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%48.2%
Age15 yr12 yr
Price£57.12£61.75
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value88/100

Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Cabernet Sauvignon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Cabernet Sauvignon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £62.

For beginners: Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Cabernet Sauvignon is more approachable (75/100 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 £61.75)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Cabernet Sauvignon

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£61.75 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 Edradour?

Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Cabernet Sauvignon 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

Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

Only Edradour 12 Year Old 2012 - Michael Eppan Cabernet Sauvignon

SherriedCooked FruitVanillaOld Wood

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