Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Tomatin 12 Year Old 2010 Italian Collection - Barolo Cask

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

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Tomatin 12 Year Old 2010 Italian Collection - Barolo Cask
DistilleryClynelishTomatin
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age15 yr12 yr
Price£57.12£62.5
Rating5.00/54.00/5

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

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

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2010 Italian Collection - Barolo Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner65/100
Value64/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2010 Italian Collection - Barolo Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

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 £62.5)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2010 Italian Collection - Barolo Cask

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£62.5 vs £57.12)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 12 Year Old 2010 Italian Collection - Barolo Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

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

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

Only Tomatin 12 Year Old 2010 Italian Collection - Barolo Cask

SherriedCooked FruitToastedVanilla

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