Braeckman 13 Year Old 2007 Single Grain Whisky (cask 284) - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Braeckman 13 Year Old 2007 Single Grain Whisky (cask 284) - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Braeckman
£91
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Braeckman 13 Year Old 2007 Single Grain Whisky (cask 284) - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Braeckman | Clynelish |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Belgium | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.2% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £90.82 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Braeckman 13 Year Old 2007 Single Grain Whisky (cask 284) - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Braeckman 13 Year Old 2007 Single Grain Whisky (cask 284) - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
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 £91.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Braeckman 13 Year Old 2007 Single Grain Whisky (cask 284) - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£90.82 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 £90.82)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Braeckman?
Braeckman 13 Year Old 2007 Single Grain Whisky (cask 284) - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish 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 Braeckman 13 Year Old 2007 Single Grain Whisky (cask 284) - Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)