Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Caol Ila
£58
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Clynelish
★ 5.00
£57
| Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Clynelish |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 19 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £57.77 | £57.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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 £58.
For beginners: Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.77 vs £57.12)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 £57.77)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 19 Year Old 1991 - The Coopers Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clynelish 15 Year Old 1997 (cask 6868) - (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange