Blended Malt #4 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

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

Blended Malt #4 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
DistilleryThat Boutique-y Whisky CompanyClynelish
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.6%46%
Age6 yr15 yr
Price£47.95£57.12
Rating5.00/5

Blended Malt #4 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

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

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

Blended Malt #4 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Blended Malt #4 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £48 vs £57.

For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Blended Malt #4 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£47.95 vs £57.12)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.6%) — 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 6 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£57.12 vs £47.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Blended?

Blended Malt #4 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Blended Malt #4 6 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyToastedDried Fruit

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

OilyLeatheryHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

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