Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Ben Nevis
£80
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ben Nevis | Clynelish |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £79.9 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
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 £80.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.9 vs £57.12)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £79.9)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2012 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)