Clynelish 11 Year Old 1996 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1996 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Clynelish
£34
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£40
| Clynelish 11 Year Old 1996 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | Jack Daniel’s Bonded | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Jack Daniel's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Tennessee |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £33.95 | £40.2 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1996 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1996 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel’s Bonded is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1996 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £34 vs £40.
For beginners: Jack Daniel’s Bonded is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1996 - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£33.95 vs £40.2)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Jack Daniel’s Bonded
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£40.2 vs £33.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 11 Year Old 1996 - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel’s Bonded is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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