Blair Athol 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Blair Athol
£66
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Blair Athol 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £65.95 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Blair Athol 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
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 £66.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.95 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 £65.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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 Blair Athol 14 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)