Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky
Blackwater
£94
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blackwater | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Irish | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £93.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky
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 £94.
For beginners: Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£93.95 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 £93.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Blackwater?
Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
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 Blackwater Starburst Spicebag Rye Rye Irish Whisky
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)