Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Ardmore 6 Year Old 2013 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Ardmore 6 Year Old 2013 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
DistilleryClynelishArdmore
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age15 yr6 yr
Price£57.12£41.95
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Ardmore 6 Year Old 2013 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardmore 6 Year Old 2013 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardmore 6 Year Old 2013 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) is better value at £42 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 6 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.12 vs £41.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ardmore 6 Year Old 2013 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£41.95 vs £57.12)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • 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 Ardmore?

Ardmore 6 Year Old 2013 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Leathery

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

OilyHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

Only Ardmore 6 Year Old 2013 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)

SmokeyCooked FruitDried FruitToasted

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