Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
Benrinnes
£50
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Clynelish |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
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).
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) is better value at £50 vs £57.
For beginners: Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £57.12)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.12 vs £49.95)
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club) 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
Both taste of
Only Benrinnes 14 Year Old 1998 (The Whisky Club)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)